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Dallas Mavericks News / Yardbarker / September 15

Mavs avoided a Kidd problem Flagg couldn't afford to inherit

Mavericks avoided a Jason Kidd problem Cooper Flagg couldn't afford to inherit

The Mavericks might be far from being contenders at this point, but they have a very bright future as a franchise with Flagg leading the way as their new franchise player.

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NBA News / HITC / September 15

Luka Doncic’s coach recalls easy decision to leave ‘worst guy’ Jason Kidd for Kobe Bryant’s ex-teammate

Igor Kokoskov ruthlessly reveals why he left the Dallas Mavericks for the Brooklyn Nets in 2022. Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is still waiting for his first-ever NBA Championship of his career.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / September 15

'The Worst Guy in the NBA': Luka Doncic’s Ex-Coach Drops Bombshell on Jason Kidd’s Mavs Tenure

The Luka Doncic-Jason Kidd relationship was never without tension. Reports even linked the former Dallas coach to the decision to trade the superstar, though he later denied having a role in it.

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The 'Most 200 3-pointer NBA seasons' quiz

In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?

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Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Wire / September 14

Former Mavericks assistant calls Jason Kidd ‘worst guy in the NBA’

If Jason Kidd ever needs a reference from Igor Kokoskov, he should probably keep looking. Kokoskov, a Mavericks assistant during Kidd’s first season as coach in 2021-22, unloaded on his former boss during an appearance on the Serbian YouTube channel Xs and Os Chat.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Jason Kidd News / Larry Brown Sports / September 14

Jason Kidd gets ripped by his former Mavericks assistant coach

At least one notable figure is pleased that Jason Kidd is no longer the head coach of the Dallas Mavericks. Former NBA coach Igor Kokoskov appeared this week on the “X’s and O’s Chat” podcast.

Dallas Mavericks News / Fadeaway World / September 4

Jason Kidd Names His All-Time Starting 5 Of Former Teammates

Hall of Famer Jason Kidd is one of the greatest point guards of all time, and he also got to play with some great players during his long NBA career. Kidd spent 19 seasons in the league, and The GAME recently asked him to create his all-time starting five of his former teammates.

Dallas Mavericks News / HITC / September 1

Jason Kidd predicts just how good Cooper Flagg will be in his NBA prime

When asked about Cooper Flagg’s ultimate ceiling, Jason Kidd brought up a name that instantly changed the conversation. Once in the NBA, Cooper Flagg made an immediate transition to the pro level look completely seamless.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

NBA News / HITC / September 1

Jason Kidd admits one thing that always riles up LeBron James about 2011 Mavericks title run

Jason Kidd reveals the one thing that makes LeBron James lose his composure. LeBron James has been to the NBA Finals 10 times during his career, but he has only managed to lift the Larry O’Brien trophy on four occasions.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / August 31

Jason Kidd Says LeBron James’ Playing Style Reminds Him Of Himself

Today, Jason Kidd is widely known as a prominent figure on the sidelines, serving as head coach of teams such as the Brooklyn Nets, the Milwaukee Bucks, and most recently, the Dallas Mavericks.

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Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 30

Jason Kidd Comments on Unknown Next Steps After Mavericks Firing

Jason Kidd has been pretty quiet since "parting ways" with the Dallas Mavericks back in May, following the hiring of Masai Ujiri as the team's president.

Dallas Mavericks News / Fadeaway World / August 30

Jason Kidd Plays Start, Bench, Cut With LeBron James, Luka Doncic And Cooper Flagg

Jason Kidd has coached LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Cooper Flagg during different stages of his career. But when he was forced to pick between the three, the former Dallas Mavericks coach had little trouble choosing the King at the top.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / August 29

Jason Kidd reveals if he plans to coach again

Jason Kidd is apparently on a hiatus rather than a retirement. The former Dallas Mavericks head coach Kidd visited the Philippines this week and was interviewed by Rappler’s Delfin Dioquino.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / August 29

Jason Kidd Open To Future Coaching Opportunities

The Mavericks and former head coach Jason Kidd mutually agreed to part ways in May, but the 53-year-old remains interested in continuing his coaching career, writes Grant Afseth of Dallas Sports Journal.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 29

Jason Kidd Says He Would ‘Never Say No’ To NBA Coaching Return

MANILA — Former Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd said he would consider returning to an NBA bench at some point, in an interview with Rappler during his first trip to the Philippines.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Sports Journal / August 29

Jason Kidd Chooses LeBron Over Luka Dončić, Cooper Flagg In Start-Bench-Cut

MANILA — Former Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd kept LeBron James, benched Luka Dončić, and cut Cooper Flagg when asked to sort the three in a start, bench, cut game during an interview with ALL-STAR Magazine released Thursday.

Dallas Mavericks News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / August 21

Mavericks Suffer Major Loss as Last Holdover From Jason Kidd's Staff Joins 76ers

It's been a major offseason of change for the Dallas Mavericks, as they completely revamped their coaching staff and front office. Masai Ujiri and Mike Schmitz have taken over the lead executive positions, while Dusty May is the new head coach.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 13

The top 25 NBA players of the past five years: 20-16

Part two of YardBarker’s Top 25 NBA players of the past 25 years is here.

Russell Westbrook announces retirement, caps off legendary NBA career

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 10

Jason Kidd reveals why he didn’t sign with Spurs in 2003

The San Antonio Spurs grew to be one of the biggest dynasties in the history of the NBA. For 22 consecutive years, they made it to the playoffs (1998-2019), and during that time, they won five championships.

NBA News / Dallas Sports Journal / July 29

Miami Heat Make Klay Thompson Their No. 1 Target, Explore Dallas Mavericks Trade

The Miami Heat have made Klay Thompson their top priority in a search for shooting and are exploring both a trade and a buyout with the Dallas Mavericks, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported.

Dallas Mavericks News / Larry Brown Sports / May 21

Jason Kidd posts farewell message after being let go by Mavericks

After five seasons as the head coach of the Dallas Mavericks, Jason Kidd was fired in a bit of a surprising move. Kidd took Dallas to two playoff trips and an NBA Finals, but the Mavericks are changing things up this summer.