Former Brooklyn Nets head coach Jason Kidd is actively seeking a return to an NBA sideline. Kidd, who led the Nets for one season in 2013-14, confirmed his desire to coach again in a recent interview. His comments come as the Brooklyn Nets organization looks ahead to training camp for the 2026-27 NBA season.
Jason Kidd made his intentions clear during a conversation with Rappler's Delfin Dioquino. "I love coaching. I love to watch players get better. I want to win, I want to help the team," Kidd stated. He explained he is currently at home enjoying time with his family but remains connected to the game. Kidd said he is watching games and looking for ways to contribute from a coaching perspective. He also mentioned he maintains regular contact with former players like Jalen Brunson and Giannis Antetokounmpo, offering guidance even while not in a formal coaching role.
Kidd and the Dallas Mavericks agreed to part ways this past summer. This followed a difficult 2025-26 season where Dallas finished with a 26-56 record. His coaching career began with the Brooklyn Nets, lasted one season, and included subsequent stints with the Milwaukee Bucks and the Mavericks. Before coaching, Kidd was a legendary player for the franchise, starring for the New Jersey Nets from 2001 until midway through the 2007-08 season.
The Nets are in a period of transition and evaluation as they build for the future. While Kidd is not currently linked to a return to Brooklyn, his situation highlights the constant churn of NBA coaching talent. The Nets' own recent performance provides a clear benchmark for the work needed. Their season concluded with two consecutive losses, including the defeat in Milwaukee and a 123-94 home loss to the Indiana Pacers on April 9.
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For Jason Kidd, the next step is waiting for the right NBA opportunity to present itself. His experience as a Hall of Fame player and a coach who has led teams to the playoffs makes him a candidate for vacancies. He remains a student of the game, analyzing strategies and player development from afar.
For the Brooklyn Nets, the immediate focus is squarely on the upcoming training camp. The organization is just weeks away from players reporting. The goal will be to translate offseason work into a more consistent and competitive product on the floor. Improving their offensive execution and defensive intensity will be key areas after several high-scoring losses to end last season. The team's leadership will be tasked with forging a new identity and building momentum from day one of camp.
