The Dallas Mavericks are not staying at Donald Trump-branded hotels during their trips to New York and Chicago this season, according to an ESPN.com report. The team made that decision during the offseason.
In previous seasons, the Mavericks have stayed at the Trump SoHo hotel in New York during road trips. However, the team’s decision not to do that this year — especially given the decision was made months ago — appears more likely to be an attempt to avoid a political statement, rather than give one.
Mark Cuban was incredibly outspoken against Trump during the 2016 Election, which could have factored into the decision.