Jason Kidd fired months after signing lucrative deal as Masai Ujiri demands 'new direction' for Mavericks

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Jason Kidd oversaw perhaps the most chaotic stretch of basketball in Dallas Mavericks history. Now, he’s no longer tied to the franchise’s mess.

Announced Tuesday, the Mavericks and Kidd mutually agreed to part ways, ending a coaching tenure that began in 2021 and concluded with an even 205-205 regular-season record.

Just months ago, Kidd signed a lucrative multi-year contract extension, while owner Patrick Dumont leaned heavily on him following the firing of general manager Nico Harrison.

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Head coach Jason Kidd of the Dallas Mavericks looks on during the second half against the Golden State Warriors at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, on Jan. 22, 2026. (Sam Hodde/Getty Images)

But the winds of change swept quickly through Dallas after the hiring of new team President Masai Ujiri.

Tasked with evaluating a basketball operation that cratered to a dismal 26-56 finish this season, Ujiri wasted little time making his first major executive statement.

"Jason has had a meaningful impact on the Dallas Mavericks, both as a Hall of Fame player and as the head coach who helped lead this franchise back to the NBA Finals," the new Mavericks president said.

"We are thankful for Jason’s leadership, his professionalism and his commitment to the team. In my short time here, I’ve developed an enormous amount of respect for what he has built. He will always be an important part of the Mavericks family."

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