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.comKidd fired 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 hiring of Masai Ujiri as team president, framed as part of a new vision for the franchise. Kidd’s tenure included playoff appearances, but evaluations of on-court performance and front-office choices weighed into the decision. The Mavericks presented it as part of a broader vision for the franchise’s future, amid ownership changes.