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Masai Ujiri says Mavericks needed ‘clean slate’ after firing Jason Kidd

Masai Ujiri insists the decision to move on from Jason Kidd came down to one thing. A fresh start. Speaking Wednesday, one day after the Mavericks officially parted ways with Kidd, Ujiri repeatedly emphasized the organization needed a “clean slate” as it tries to reshape itself following one of the most chaotic stretches in franchise history.

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Stephen A. Smith Explains How Jason Kidd Will Forever Be Attached to Luka Doncic Trade Disaster

Stephen A. Smith went off on “First Take” on May 20, alluding to the idea that the Luka Doncic fallout has had a long shadow. And Jason Kidd is standing right in the middle of it.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / May 20

Kyrie Irving could be next player to leave Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks appear to be cleaning out everyone strongly associated with the previous regime, and that has led to speculation about the future of guard Kyrie Irving.

New Mavericks boss Masai Ujiri puts stamp on team by firing Jason Kidd

Jason Kidd linked to one team after his shocking departure from Mavericks

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How many players to win the NBA MVP Award can you name in seven minutes?

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Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / May 20

Masai Ujiri should carefully consider Kyrie Irving decision

Mavericks' Masai Ujiri curious to see Kyrie Irving-Cooper Flagg duo, but must also consider long-term future

Is new Dallas Mavericks president Masai Ujiri serious about keeping Kyrie Irving or trying to jack up the trade price for the high-scoring guard? Ujiri spoke to the media on Wednesday about the firing of head coach Jason Kidd and the franchise's future.

Kyrie Irving could be next player to leave Mavericks

New Mavericks boss Masai Ujiri puts stamp on team by firing Jason Kidd

Jason Kidd linked to one team after his shocking departure from Mavericks

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Mavericks Around the Web

Who could replace Jason Kidd? Mavericks coaching candidates as Masai Ujiri launches 'open search' · CBSSports.com

Mavericks next coach predictions: Spurs assistant Sean Sweeney the top contender to replace Jason Kidd · CBSSports.com

Mavs' Ujiri owns 'very tough decision' to fire Kid... · ESPN

Jason Kidd out as Mavericks coach after five seasons as Masai Ujiri looks to start fresh: Who could be next? · CBSSports.com

Knicks steal Game 1 with an epic comeback; Mavericks fire Jason Kidd · CBSSports.com

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

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The 'NBA Finals-losing coaches' quiz

In 1949, the Basketball Association of America merged with the National Basketball League to form the National Basketball Association and the first NBA Finals were held in 1950. How many of the runner-up losing coaches can you name in seven minutes?

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

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The 'NBA MVPs' quiz

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Dallas Mavericks News / HITC / May 20

Why ex-NFL star claims Jason Kidd is ‘another casualty’ of Nico Harrison amid Mavericks sacking

Jason Kidd’s Dallas Mavericks exit has been framed by one ex-NFL star as part of the wider fallout from the team’s biggest front-office mistake. The Mavericks have spent more than a year dealing with the consequences of the Luka Doncic trade, and Kidd’s departure now feels tied to that same organizational reset.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / May 20

Mavericks Executive Matt Riccardi Leaving Organization

It has been a month of upheaval in Dallas. After hiring Masai Ujiri to be their new president and Mike Schmitz as their general manager, the Mavericks parted ways with head coach Jason Kidd on Tuesday and are also splitting with executive Matt Riccardi, who is departing the organization, per Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Twitter link).

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / May 20

Mark Cuban Reacts to Dallas Mavericks Parting Ways With Jason Kidd

The Dallas Mavericks made one of the most surprising moves of the NBA offseason, as they parted ways with head coach Jason Kidd on Tuesday night. That ends a five-year tenure as the coach of the organization.

Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / May 20