The Dallas Mavericks are parting ways with head coach Jason Kidd, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic. The decision comes as a shock to the league, as Kidd reportedly had four years and well over $40 million remaining on his contract with the franchise.
According to the report, Mavericks owner Patrick Dumont and Masai Ujiri reached the decision to move on from the head coach earlier this week. The move marks a massive shift in leadership for Dallas, especially considering the significant financial commitment remaining on Kidd's deal.
Kidd has been a central figure for the Mavericks, both as a championship-winning player and as the head coach who recently led the team deep into the postseason. The decision to move in a different direction suggests a major restructuring of the team's basketball operations under Dumont's ownership.
No immediate replacement has been named, and the Mavericks are expected to begin an extensive search for a new head coach to lead a roster headlined by superstar talent. The timing of the move, coming after the conclusion of the season, allows the front office time to evaluate candidates before the upcoming draft and free agency periods.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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