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Kidd Confirms Mavericks Denied Knicks Interview Request

11/20/2025

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Jason Kidd, head coach of the Dallas Mavericks, said the Mavericks denied the New York Knicks' interview request last summer.
Kidd said he never considered leaving Dallas and remains focused on the team.
He appreciated the Knicks' interest and noted his contract extension.
Kidd is in his fifth season, with two playoff appearances, including an NBA Finals berth, as Dallas sits 4-11 after trading Luka Doncic.

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Jason Kidd, head coach of the Dallas Mavericks, said the Mavericks denied the New York Knicks' interview request last summer.
Kidd said he never considered leaving Dallas and remains focused on the team.
He appreciated the Knicks' interest and noted his contract extension.
Kidd is in his fifth season, with two playoff appearances, including an NBA Finals berth, as Dallas sits 4-11 after trading Luka Doncic.