Overview
- Kidd told reporters he never considered leaving Dallas and said he is all in on the work ahead with the Mavericks.
- He acknowledged New York’s interest by noting that everyone appreciates being wanted, while reiterating his commitment to the franchise.
- The Knicks pursued Kidd in the summer before hiring Mike Brown, whereas Dallas kept Kidd and later finalized a new contract.
- Dallas has opened 4-11 with injuries to Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving and has tried rookie Cooper Flagg as a de facto point guard to mixed results.
- Context for the turbulence includes last season’s controversial trade of Luka Dončić to the Lakers and the subsequent firing of GM Nico Harrison earlier this season.