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It appeared that the New York Knicks were seeking Jason Kidd to be their new head coach. However, their efforts are on the verge of derailing, per James L. Edwards of The Athletic.  The NBA insider posted on X, “I’ve gathered that the Knicks’ pursuit might not stop with the official denial of permission.” He […]

As expected, the Dallas Mavericks have denied the New York Knicks’ request to speak with Jason Kidd about becoming their next head coach, according to The Stein Line’s Marc Stein and ESPN’s Shams Charania. This comes on the heels of the Knicks getting rejected by the Houston Rockets and Minnesota Timberwolves to talk to Ime […]

The New York Knicks have yet to find a head coach after firing Tom Thibodeau from the position. Rumors peg the franchise as being interested in Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd. However, it’s unclear whether or not if New York has actually made a move. The latest rumors potentially reveal how serious the franchise […]

The New York Knicks’ interest in Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd has been among the most interesting storylines to follow in the NBA, aside from the ongoing Finals, but it might not be much of a story anyway. Kidd is under contract with the Mavericks and will be for the next two seasons, leaving […]

As the New York Knicks continue their search for a new head coach following the dismissal of Tom Thibodeau last week, attention has turned toward Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst recently reported that there is “mutual intrigue” between the Knicks and Kidd, but skepticism remains from within the Mavericks organization regarding […]

The New York Knicks are scrambling for a new following the firing of Tom Thibodeau. Since then, rumors have been swirling about the possibility of hiring Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd.   Their interest in Kidd has much to do with something. His background brings something special to the Knicks, per Marc Stein of The Stein […]

This week’s NBA rumor mill heavily features the Knicks. After firing head coach Tom Thibodeau, the franchise’s search for a replacement has left even reporters wondering what the process is. Team president Leon Rose said after firing Thibodeau that the team is “singularly focused on winning.” A focus that led them to fire their coach. […]

The dust from Luka Dončić’s trade to the Los Angeles Lakers on February 1 is still settling in Dallas, and so is the frustration. For head coach Jason Kidd, the months that followed were not just chaotic on the court but also took a personal toll as he faced the media. As reported by James […]

With the New York Knicks’ coaching vacancy hanging over the franchise ahead of a critical offseason, could we see Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd traded to the Big Apple? ESPN’s Brian Windhorst says there’s mutual interest on both sides. While some believe the Mavericks won’t honor the Knicks’ request to interview Kidd, Windhorst believes […]

The Dallas Mavericks are expected to deny the New York Knicks’ request to interview Mavs head coach Jason Kidd, according to The Athletic’s James L Edwards III. Edwards cited “multiple league sources” in reporting that when the Knicks make an official request, which a Mavericks source purportedly said has not come, that Dallas will turn […]

Recently, it was reported by NBA insider Marc Stein that the New York Knicks were seeking permission to interview Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd to fill their head coaching vacancy. It remains to be seen whether or not that interview will come to fruition, but the more likely scenario appears to be that Kidd […]

The New York Knicks stunned the NBA when they fired head coach Tom Thibodeau after he led them all the way to the Eastern Conference Finals this season. Now, the Knicks are looking for a new leader, and one name they are reportedly interested in is Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd. However, it doesn’t […]

The New York Knicks have been linked to Jason Kidd ever since they parted ways with head coach Tom Thibodeau. Could the Dallas Mavericks current head coach end up in New York next season? Although the possibility of Kidd leaving the Mavs this summer still seems unlikely, NBA insider Marc Stein reports that the Knicks […]

The Dallas Mavericks just came off a controversial 2024-25 season that saw them trade away the face of the franchise, Luka Doncic. While the move drew heat from its fanbase, the Mavericks will have the privilege of selecting with the No. 1 pick at the upcoming 2025 NBA Draft. With a chance to select Duke […]

The New York Knicks are looking for a new head coach to replace the fired Tom Thibodeau, and NBA insider Marc Stein recently reported that Dallas Mavericks head coach and former Knicks player Jason Kidd is on their radar. While Stein acknowledged that he expected the Mavs wouldn’t allow such a move to happen, he […]

The New York Knicks recently fired head coach Tom Thibodeau. The move was surprising as Thibodeau coached the big-market team for five years and led them to the Eastern Conference Finals in 2025. Nevertheless, speculation has already surfaced around who the Knicks’ next head coach will be. Coaches without jobs such as Michael Malone have […]

The New York Knicks made the big decision to fire Tom Thibodeau on Tuesday after they suffered a six-game exit in the Eastern Conference Finals against the Indiana Pacers. That means the search is now on for the franchise’s next head coach, and several names have popped up on the radar. Two specific coaches whom […]

The Dallas Mavericks have the luxury of picking No. 1 in the NBA Draft, and they have a multitude of options to choose from. It shouldn’t be a hard decision for them to make, as Cooper Flagg is the top prospect on everybody’s board. There’s a very good chance that the Mavericks do select Flagg, […]

The Dallas Mavericks’ Luka Doncic trade with the Los Angeles Lakers surprised the entire NBA world. The deal also left many Mavs fans feeling frustrated. Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd recently made an appearance on DLLS Sports and was asked about the trade. Kidd said he understands the frustration but is hopeful that fans will […]

The Dallas Mavericks ended a 2024-25 season filled with drama after general manager Nico Harrison traded Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers. In a wild turn of events, Dallas ended up winning the No. 1 overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft. After everything had played out, head coach Jason Kidd was asked about […]

Making an NBA Finals appearance is one of the most difficult feats in the NBA. It’s the final stage that decides a champion. But while it usually requires a well-balanced team to make it there, some players are just brilliant enough to carry their teams in heroic fashion. Here are the 10 best NBA stars […]

Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd recalled the last time he spoke to Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic following the biggest trade of the 2024-25 campaign. Kidd reportedly resented the Mavericks’ Doncic trade and takes zero responsibility for how it went down. However, Jason did admit to reaching out to Luka the morning the […]

The NBA Draft Lottery took place in Chicago earlier this week, and the Dallas Mavericks needed a miracle to get the first overall pick. The Mavericks had just a 1.8% chance of getting it, but they somehow ended up being the last team standing. The Mavericks have the first overall pick in the 2025 NBA […]

Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd recently joined the ownership group of Everton, a soccer club in the Premier League. During an appearance on UnfilteredSoccer, Kidd explained his motivation behind making the ownership move in the soccer world. “A lot of people don’t know that soccer was my first sport,” Kidd said. “That was the […]

With the Dallas Mavericks’ 2024-25 season now officially over, head coach Jason Kidd is making an offseason move outside of the basketball world, according to NBA insider Marc Stein. “Mavericks coach Jason Kidd is joining the Texas-based ownership group of @Everton in the @premierleague in a broadening of Kidd’s soccer interests. The @Hoophall point guard […]

New reporting has shed light on Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd’s internal reaction to the team’s blockbuster decision to trade Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers in early February. According to Tim Cato of the D Magazine-backed DLLS network, Kidd reportedly harbored deep frustrations with both the roster upheaval and the front office’s […]

Imaging reading this sentence to a Dallas Mavericks fan in January: the Mavericks are eliminated from playoff contention after a 120-106 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies despite a 40-point game from Anthony Davis. They would probably tell you you’re crazy, right? Well here we are, and the Mavericks are heading home despite a masterful game […]

After one of the wildest seasons by any team in modern NBA history, the Dallas Mavericks are officially headed into the offseason. The Mavericks banded together to get a road win on Wednesday night in the first play-in game over the Sacramento Kings, but this hobbled version of Jason Kidd’s group was no match for […]

SACRAMENTO, CA — The Dallas Mavericks and Sacramento Kings are going head-to-head in an NBA Play-In Tournament game on Wednesday night. Earlier in the week, Klay Thompson told reporters that he would give his regular season a “B” grade. Mavs head coach Jason Kidd was asked about Thompson’s grade before the play-in game on Wednesday, […]

DALLAS — When Klay Thompson joined the Dallas Mavericks last offseason, he was dreaming of winning a championship with his new team. After earning four championships with the Golden State Warriors, Klay was looking to add a fifth with the Mavs. Although he technically still could accomplish his goal, the Mavericks narrowly snuck into the […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks cruised to a 124-102 victory against the Toronto Raptors on Friday. Anthony Davis had an impressive triple-double, while a number of other Mavs stepped up as well. Klay Thompson, however, only played in just over 18 minutes of action. Thompson was listed as questionable for the game due to a […]

DALLAS — Anthony Davis led the way as the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Toronto Raptors 124-102 on Friday night. AD recorded 23 points, 13, rebounds, 10 assists and seven blocks in a triple-double effort (almost a quadruple-double). Dereck Lively II also enjoyed a strong game, finishing with a 10-point, 11-rebound double-double. What has Mavs head […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks earned a 124-102 victory against the Toronto Raptors on Friday night. The Mavs took care of business in their final home game of the 2024-25 regular season. Anthony Davis led the way, recording the first triple-double of his Mavericks career. AD finished the game with 23 points, 13 rebounds, 10 […]

DALLAS — The Dallas Mavericks are hosting Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday night. Since Doncic was traded to the Lakers, Mavericks general manager Nico Harrison and team owner Patrick Dumont have received backlash from fans. Mavs head coach Jason Kidd is not giving up on them, though, telling reporters before Wednesday’s […]

DALLAS — Babe Ruth’s name was not expected to be a topic of discussion during Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas on Wednesday. Yet, the Boston Red Sox-New York Yankees’ Ruth-led trade before the 1920 season emerged as a subject to talk about after Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd mentioned it in his pregame press […]

DALLAS — Luka Doncic is set to make his return to Dallas on Wednesday in the Los Angeles Lakers-Dallas Mavericks clash. The previous trade saw Luka Doncic and Anthony Davis headline one of the most shocking deals in the history of the league. While Davis is treating Wednesday’s matchup like “just another game,” Jason Kidd […]

New York, New Jersey, and Brooklyn fans have seen some of the best players in basketball history, although not always at their peaks. These stars have thrilled the tristate area crowds and won two ABA titles, but never brought an NBA championship to New York City’s other franchise. But who are the best and greatest […]

DALLAS — Klay Thompson threw Anthony Davis a lob early in the fourth quarter on Wednesday night against the Atlanta Hawks. AD threw down the one-handed dunk, leading to a Hawks’ timeout as the Dallas Mavericks took a 108-96 lead. Although Atlanta would fight back, Dallas emerged victorious by a final score of 120-118. Davis […]

DALLAS — On Wednesday, the NBA announced that Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving is among six finalists for the 2024-25 NBA Sportsmanship Award. Although Kyrie would surely love to earn the award, being selected as a finalist is an honor. Mavs head coach Jason Kidd reacted to Irving’s accomplishment before Wednesday’s game against the Atlanta […]