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Feb. 11, 2021 Phoenix Suns coach Monty Williams (center) said he is “one that enjoys the anthem, but I understand both sides of the table.” (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) PHOENIX — Phoenix Suns coach Monty Williams said the national anthem holds “a special place in my heart” when asked about the Dallas Mavericks’ decision under owner Mark Cuban to not play it in any of their first 13 preseason and regular-season home games, including their first contest with limited fans present against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night. “I just think Mark created more que...

Mark Cuban, owner of the Dallas Mavericks, looks on during a game between Dallas Mavericks and Detroit Pistons at Arena Ciudad de Mexico on December 12, 2019, in Mexico City, Mexico (Getty Images) Netizens called Mark Cuban 'the legend', some adding that the 'Shark Tank' investor is different — "I love that move." A Twitter user said, "This needs to be adopted worldwide. The only time a silly anthem should ever be played at a sporting event if it is at the Olympics or a competition where nations are the competitors. Bravo Mavs and Mark Cuban," while another quipped, "I wonder why Mark Cuban...

Maybe we should consider why it's played at sporting events at all.

The NBA requires players to stand for the national anthem, but the league has said teams can adjust their "pregame operations" this season.

When NBA players put an increased focus on social justice issues while playing at the Walt Disney World bubble, Cuban became one of their biggest supporters.