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Royal Ivey considered for Mavericks head coaching position

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 10:22 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Royal Ivey considered for Mavericks head coaching position

Summary

The Dallas Mavericks are exploring candidates for their head coaching vacancy following Jason Kidd's departure. Houston Rockets assistant coach Royal Ivey is among those being considered. Although Ivey has not previously held a head coaching role in the NBA, he has extensive experience as an assistant and currently leads the South Sudan National Team. Other potential candidates include Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori and former Warriors assistant Terry Stotts.

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By the Numbers

•Mavericks seeking to fill head coaching position after Kidd's exit.
•Royal Ivey has been an assistant with four NBA teams.
•Ivey is also head coach for the South Sudan National Team.
•Candidates for the position include Micah Nori and Terry Stotts.

Latest Updates

10:22 PMYahoo Sports — Rockets assistant still in consideration for Mavericks head coaching job

What they're saying

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After working with four NBA franchises as an assistant coach, Royal Ivey of the Houston Rockets may be nearing his first head coaching job.
— Yahoo Sports

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