The discontent among Dallas sports fans has reached new heights, as chants of “Fire Nico” erupted during an FC Dallas game at Toyota Stadium. The protest, aimed at Dallas Mavericks General Manager Nico Harrison, occurred in the 77th minute of the match—a symbolic nod to Luka Dončić’s jersey number, further underscoring fans’ frustration over the superstar’s trade to the Los Angeles Lakers.
The chants, which began in one section of the stadium, quickly spread throughout the crowd, drawing attention from players and commentators alike. While FC Dallas was in action on the pitch, the focus of many fans was on expressing their dissatisfaction with the Mavericks’ front office. The timing of the chants was no coincidence, as fans used the 77th minute to highlight their ongoing disapproval of the decision to trade Dončić, who wore the iconic number 77 during his time in Dallas.
There’s now “Fire Nico” chants at a FC Dallas game… pic.twitter.com/H7mV0T4tZa
— MFFL NATION (@NationMffl) March 9, 2025
🔥🔥🔥 Watching the @FCDallas game and @ElMatadorFCD chanting #FireNicoHarrison in the 77th minute. I wish I was there!
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 pic.twitter.com/tel8MqKCk7— Aldo Quevedo 🇲🇽 (@aqwack) March 9, 2025
This latest protest follows a series of similar incidents across Dallas sports venues, including “Fire Nico” chants at Dallas Stars games and Mavericks games at the American Airlines Center. The movement has gained traction on social media, with fans organizing protests and calling for changes in the Mavericks’ management.
The Mavericks’ front office has defended the trade as a strategic move to reshape the team’s future, but the decision has not sat well with a significant portion of the fanbase. The team’s struggles on the court, coupled with Kyrie Irving’s season-ending injury, have only added to the frustration.
