Mavericks' firing of Jason Kidd part of vision of building for ...
The move had been anticipated, especially since the hiring of former Toronto and Denver executive Masai Ujiri as team president.
www.bostonglobe.comJason Kidd let go in May 2026 as Dallas signals a new direction following the season, with tensions over front-office decisions and the long-term plan. The firing coincides with broader organizational changes and the appointment of Masai Ujiri as president, framed as part of a new vision for the franchise. Kidd’s tenure included playoff appearances, but evaluations of on-court performance and personnel decisions weighed into the decision. Dallas described it as part of a broader vision for the franchise’s future, in a shifting leadership landscape.