The Dallas Mavericks fired Jason Kidd for one reason only, and he ...
Head coach Jason Kidd’s tenure with the Mavs ended because he was tethered to the trade of Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers.
www.star-telegram.comJason Kidd fired in May 2026 as Dallas signals a new direction following the season, tensions related to front-office decisions and the long-term outlook. The move comes amid organizational restructuring and the appointment of Masai Ujiri as president, framed as a step toward a new franchise direction. Kidd’s tenure included playoff appearances, but evaluations of on-court performance and front-office choices weighed into the decision. The Mavericks framed the move as part of a broader vision for the franchise’s future, amid ownership changes.