Jason Kidd: Dallas Mavericks coach signs new multi-year deal to stay after Los Angeles Lakers rumours

Jason Kidd has impressed in recent years with Western Conference franchise the Dallas Mavericks, and in recent days he had been linked with the vacancy at the Los Angeles Lakers after LeBron James' side struggled for much of 2024. However, Kidd has now agreed a long-term extension to stay with his current team, with the Mavericks remaining in the NBA playoff series.

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Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd has signed a long-term contract extension to commit his future to the NBA franchise.

Kidd had been linked with the Los Angeles Lakers, with the Californian side on the hunt for a replacement for Darvin Ham, who was fired after a poor season.

Dallas won the Southwest Division this season, and they have reached two playoff series under his guidance.

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"We are excited to have Coach Kidd continue to lead our team throughout the coming years with this well-earned contract extension," Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont announced on Monday.

"Kidd led our team to two playoff appearances in three seasons, and we are looking forward to his leadership in continuing to build and grow this already great franchise."

General manager Nico Harrison said: "I have known Jason for a long time, and I cannot think of a better, more qualified candidate to lead this team going forward.

"As a former NBA Champion Hall of Fame player, Jason brings a wealth of experience and expertise to this role which cannot be duplicated.

"He has earned the trust and respect of our players and that of so many across the league, and I look forward to working alongside him as we continue to build upon the culture and foundation of success he's helped foster throughout his tenure as head coach."

The Mavs play the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the Western Conference semi-finals on Monday evening.

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