Steve Hetzel interviews for Mavericks' head-coaching position
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 9:04 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Brooklyn Nets assistant coach Steve Hetzel interviewed for the Dallas Mavericks' vacant head-coaching job on June 20, 2026. NBA insider Marc Stein reported that the Mavericks are considering various candidates to replace Jason Kidd, who parted ways with the team after a disappointing season. Hetzel, who has a history of being pursued for head-coaching roles, also interviewed with the New Orleans Pelicans and Portland Trail Blazers this summer. Since joining the Nets, Hetzel's coaching reputation has grown, having previously served in multiple coaching roles within the NBA.
- •Steve Hetzel interviewed by Mavericks for head-coaching job
- •Mavericks seek to replace Jason Kidd after disappointing season
- •Hetzel has previously interviewed for head-coaching positions
- •Hetzel has been with the Nets for two years
- •He has coaching experience with multiple NBA teams
- 9:04 PMYahoo Sports — Nets' Steve Hetzel interviews for Mavericks' head-coaching job
"Brooklyn Nets assistant coach Steve Hetzel recently interviewed for the Dallas Mavericks' head-coaching job, per NBA insider Marc Stein.
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