TOUCH DOWN FEW MINUTES AGO: Jason Kidd current Head coach of Dallas Mavericks Stepdown just now and sign to……. view more

TOUCHDOWN FEW MINUTES AGO: Jason Kidd Steps Down as Mavericks Head Coach, Signs with… [View More]

In a stunning and unexpected move, Jason Kidd, the current head coach of the Dallas Mavericks, has officially stepped down — just minutes ago. The announcement came via a surprise press release issued from the team’s front office, catching both fans and insiders completely off-guard.

Even more shocking? Kidd has already signed with a new team.

Sources confirm that Jason Kidd is taking over as head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, following the sudden resignation of their previous coach earlier this morning. The Lakers, eager to rebuild around their aging but talented roster, reportedly offered Kidd a 4-year, $45 million deal, which he accepted just hours after negotiations began.

Kidd, who led the Mavericks to multiple playoff appearances and was recently extended through 2026, cited “a new challenge and personal opportunity” as the reason for his abrupt exit.

Fans in Dallas are still processing the bombshell, with many expressing a mix of shock and frustration. Luka Dončić has not yet made a public comment, but sources close to the star suggest he was blindsided by the move.

As for the Mavericks, assistant coach Sean Sweeney is expected to step in as interim head coach until a permanent replacement is found.