Igor Kokoskov explains departure from Mavericks for Nets in candid interview
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 5:49 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Igor Kokoskov spoke about his decision to leave the Dallas Mavericks for the Brooklyn Nets in 2022 during an interview on ‘X&O’s Chat.’ Kokoskov criticized Jason Kidd's coaching abilities, asserting that after a year with Kidd, he felt compelled to pursue an opportunity with the Nets under Steve Nash, whom he regarded as the 'best guy in the NBA.' This revelation follows Kidd's recent dismissal by the Mavericks, which may complicate his chances of securing future coaching roles in the NBA.
- •Kokoskov left Mavericks due to concerns about Kidd's coaching.
- •He joined Nets as an assistant under Steve Nash.
- •Kidd has been dismissed by the Mavericks since Kokoskov's departure.
- •Kokoskov had a successful prior relationship with Luka Doncic.
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"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.
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