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Mavericks Finalize Jason Kidd’s 2025–26 Staff, Elevate Frank Vogel to Associate Head Coach

Dallas installs a veteran-heavy group featuring title résumés with a development focus.

Overview

  • The team confirmed the full coaching slate in a September 8 press release.
  • Frank Vogel moves into the associate head coach role after serving as a Dallas consultant last season and previously winning the 2020 NBA title as Lakers head coach.
  • New assistants include Jay Triano, Popeye Jones, Phil Handy, Mike Penberthy, Dru Anthrop and Jordan Sears.
  • Eric Hughes, Josh Broghamer and Keith Veney return to the bench for 2025–26.
  • The staff refresh follows offseason departures of several assistants, with the configuration set as Dallas navigates roster changes and Kyrie Irving’s ACL recovery timeline reported into early 2026.