Owner Mark Cuban has confirmed that Rick Carlisle will be the next coach of the Dallas Mavericks. Carlisle most recently coached the Detroit Pistons. As reported by ESPN:

"Incredibly excited that Rick has come on board," Cuban said on the team's Web site. "His coaching record speaks for itself. He has a unique ability to coach multiple styles of play, which we think makes him a great fit for the Mavs."

Carlisle arrived in Dallas on Thursday with his family, as both he and the Mavericks were anticipating a Friday news conference after sorting out the final details face-to-face. Carlisle was joined in town by the two former NBA head coaches -- Dwane Casey and Terry Stotts -- who will be hired as assistants on his new staff.

Donnie Nelson, the Mavericks' president of basketball operations, said in a statement Saturday that Carlisle was "our top choice from the onset."

"His integrity, exceptional basketball IQ and balanced approach are exactly what we were looking for," Nelson said. "Rick's playoff experience and success make him a great fit for our team and its future."

Carlisle was the one and only interview for the Mavericks.

The following is a breakdown of Carlisle's coaching record:

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