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Knicks Consider Jason Kidd for Head Coach, Weigh Offer for Giannis Antetokounmpo

With Kidd under contract until 2026-27, the Knicks must navigate compensation talks before securing an interview

Apr 11, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd looks on during the second quarter against the Toronto Raptors at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images/File photo
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Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks drives to the basket defended by Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks during the second half at Madison Square Garden on January 12, 2025 in New York City.
Mar 20, 2025; Providence, RI, USA;  St. John's Red Storm head coach Rick Pitino reacts during the second half against the Omaha Mavericks at Amica Mutual Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images/File Photo

Overview

  • Six days after firing Tom Thibodeau following an Eastern Conference finals run, team president Leon Rose has identified Dallas Mavericks coach Jason Kidd as his leading candidate
  • Kidd’s existing pact with Dallas requires New York to assemble a draft-asset compensation package before the Mavericks will grant an interview request
  • The front office is also vetting other experienced coaches under contract, notably Houston’s Ime Udoka and Minnesota’s Chris Finch
  • Kidd’s strong relationship with star guard Jalen Brunson, whom he coached in Dallas, bolsters his appeal in New York
  • Separately, the organization is preparing a speculative, blockbuster trade proposal to pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo as it seeks to accelerate its championship window