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Jason Kidd may join ESPN after Dallas Mavericks firing

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 11:41 PM

Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Jason Kidd may join ESPN after Dallas Mavericks firing
Summary

Jason Kidd, formerly the head coach of the Dallas Mavericks, could be heading to ESPN as an analyst. Kidd was let go from his coaching position this past May, and the Mavericks have since hired Dusty May as his replacement. Following his dismissal, Kidd expressed gratitude toward the Mavericks organization. ESPN is reportedly in advanced negotiations to bring Kidd on board for its NBA coverage. Kidd boasts extensive basketball experience as both a player and coach, previously leading the Mavericks to the NBA Finals in 2024.

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  • •Jason Kidd was fired as Mavericks head coach in May 2026.
  • •Dusty May was hired to replace Kidd as head coach.
  • •Kidd could join ESPN for NBA studio coverage.
  • •He led the Mavericks to the NBA Finals in 2024.
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  • 11:41 PMYahoo Sports — Jason Kidd’s next venture after Mavericks firing could be ESPN
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Former NBA star Jason Kidd was fired as head coach of the Dallas Mavericks this past May, leading to the hiring of former Michigan coach Dusty May in his place. Kidd wrote a lengthy thank you note to the organization afterward, expressing how much his time in Dallas meant to he and his family. Kidd, a longtime superfan of the game of basketball, […] The post Jason Kidd’s next venture after Mavericks firing could be ESPN appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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