Mark Cuban, Chris Broussard And Why Anonymous Sourcing Is The Worst

Chris Broussard reported about Mark Cuban. Mark Cuban disputed Chris Broussard’s reporting. If you were around the Internet yesterday, it was kind of a big deal. Cuban explained his version of what happened in more detail, of course via Cyber Dust. (Have you guys heard of Cyber Dust? It’s awesome.)

Per Cuban, he sensed his major free agent signing was falling through. He traveled to Houston to try to salvage it. That seems reasonable. It’s also reasonable his text messages were interpreted differently by the DeAndre Jordan camp – these were texts, after all – and the “desperate Cuban” narrative was exaggerated and distorted upon retelling.

This is why a reporter checks both sides and ascertains the truth before reporting, instead of parroting what one side says and crediting it to “sources” in case it proves inaccurate. Sure, it’s entertainment reporting. No real harm was done. Nonetheless, a reporter’s job is to inform the public, not drop multiple fire emoji gossip on Twitter.

It was a bit much to believe Mark Cuban was desperately driving around Houston looking for DeAndre Jordan’s house. It’s also a bit much to believe one of ESPN’s lead NBA reporters had no way of getting in touch with Mark Cuban.

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