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Nets' Kenyon Martin had beef with Tracy McGrady in their playing days
The Brooklyn Nets had some great players come through the franchise ever since the team was located in New Jersey and was led by Jason Kidd and Vince Carter. One of the players who made his mark in the NBA with the Nets, Kenyon Martin, ended up having beef with another NBA great in Tracy McGrady due to his physical Martin played during his younger days. "Kenyon Martin. That's my dude, too. I love Kenny. I love the way he played. I wish I had played with that (expletive). But, he had a a tendency of hard-fouling, you know, tough guy (expletive)," McGrady said during his appearance on "The Young Man And The Three" podcast. McGrady was describing an altercation between himself and Martin while he was playing for the Orlando Magic. Advertisement "He fouled me one time in his phase of fouling people hard. I pump-faked one time, and he jumped up, and he came down on me, right on top of my head," McGrady said. "From that point on, bro, every time I seen Kenyon Martin, I just (dropped a) 46-piece, 40-piece." The game in question, from which Martin was suspended for two games and fined $15,000 for the altercation with McGrady, happened on Jan. 5, 2002, a game in which the Magic won 109-96. McGrady drove to the basket and was fouled by Martin with 2:57 left in the game in a fashion that McGrady took exception to given that Martin struck his head with his elbow. McGrady came away from the game with a $5,000 fine of his own after retaliating against Martin for the hard foul, but the Magic emerged from the game victorious thanks to McGrady putting up 35 points, seven rebounds, and five assists. While it seems like McGrady and Martin are on much better terms than they were during this moment in their playing careers, it also appears that McGrady knew who Martin was as a player and grew to respect him for it. This article originally appeared on Nets Wire: Nets' Kenyon Martin had beef with Tracy McGrady in their playing days
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Sources: Why Knicks remain in pursuit of Jason Kidd amid Mavericks contract talks
The post Sources: Why Knicks remain in pursuit of Jason Kidd amid Mavericks contract talks appeared first on ClutchPoints. The New York Knicks' head coaching search goes on. The team reportedly had interviews scheduled for this week with former NBA head coaches Taylor Jenkins and Mike Brown. They're also still in pursuit of Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd. What's the latest in their process of finding a coach? Advertisement The Knicks' front office, led by team president Leon Rose, continues to leverage their relationships throughout this search. The team is still gathering information on various candidates. Targets like Kidd and Jenkins have indeed emerged as 'early favorites.' Typically, however, New York performs its organizational due diligence. Here, that means continuing to collect intelligence on top candidates from all over their list as they wait on Kidd and the Mavericks. Some of those coaches have experience at the NBA level, like Kidd himself and Jenkins. Sources familiar with the situation tell ClutchPoints the Knicks are also still looking into, and organizing thoughts on, candidates who coach at the collegiate level. With regard to Kidd and the team's steady interest in him as their potential next head coach, the Mavericks' rejection of the Knicks' request to interview Kidd didn't stop the chase. The 'mutual interest' reported to exist between Kidd and the Knicks was a sign that it wouldn't. Advertisement New York is helping other teams' head coaches get paid by showing public interest in hiring them away. The Chicago Bulls and Billy Donovan agreed to an extension and raise soon after the Knicks requested to interview him. On Thursday, the Houston Rockets and head coach Ime Udoka agreed to a contract extension, too, after being in the same situation. Until Kidd and the Mavericks either reach an agreement on an extension and raise or agree to leave their contract as-is, the proverbial door technically remains open. Sources tell ClutchPoints the Knicks will pursue Kidd until that door is firmly shut. If Kidd and the Mavericks make a final decision to continue their partnership, the Knicks will need to move on. They won't have to conduct much of a 'pivot,' though. They will need to break down and continue to supplement the information they've gathered on other top candidates. Related: Knicks rumors: Insider reveals 'focus' of coaching search, with Jason Kidd 'wild card' Related: Knicks' 10 worst NBA Draft day mistakes in history
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Knicks Head Coach Rumors: NBA Insider Claims Jason Kidd Has "Mutual" Interest In Taking Tom Thibodeau's Place
Knicks Head Coach Rumors: NBA Insider Claims Jason Kidd Has "Mutual" Interest In Taking Tom Thibodeau's Place originally appeared on Fadeaway World. The New York Knicks have explicitly shown an interest in Jason Kidd to fill the vacancy of the head coach position on their team. As per ESPN's Brian Windhorst, the sentiments may be mutually reciprocated from Kidd's end as well. While discussing the topic on SportsCenter, he said: Advertisement "The other way I would describe it is that there is mutual intrigue on both sides. Also, I know there's this whole thing about asking for permission. You don't ask for permission to hire another team's coach; when you ask, you're going to hire them." "So essentially, when the Knicks express interest, the ball will be in the Mavericks' court, and they have three options as I see it," said Windhorst. "One, they can just say, 'No, thank you very much. Jason will see you in the fall, look forward to the season, look forward to Cooper Flagg.' They can try to make Jason Kidd have zero interest in the Knicks, possibly with a new contract; they did just give him an extension last year." "Or, they can negotiate a trade, and we have seen a handful of trades of coaches over the last 15-18 years, including Jason Kidd. He was traded from the Brooklyn Nets to the Milwaukee Bucks for two second-round picks 11 years ago. So it's not like Jason Kidd has not been in this situation before." The Dallas Mavericks' head coach has seen a lot of interest from New York in the last few weeks. Having been a part of the Knicks organization during his playing years, Kidd made quite an impact. However, his success as the Mavericks' head coach has seen New York make quite an effort to lure him over to their side. Advertisement The Knicks made some drastic personnel changes after being eliminated from the ECF. After what could only be considered a successful season, the Knicks shocked the NBA world by firing head coach Tom Thibodeau. With a vacant spot, New York showed an interest in Houston's head coach, Ime Udoka, as well, but the chatter around Kidd at the moment seems to be gathering more buzz. Kidd's position in Dallas seems to be pretty secure at the moment. After what could only be referred to as a tumultuous period for the franchise since trading Doncic, the head coach seems to remain a part of the franchise's plans. With the possibility of selecting Cooper Flagg with the No. 1 pick in the upcoming draft, Kidd also has the chance to work with one of the most talented prospects in recent years. While there has been speculation that Jason Kidd would also want out of Dallas, there has been no real evidence to support this claim. However, given some of the events that had taken place before the Doncic trade, Kidd may have enough reason to also want to facilitate a move away from the organization. Related: Knicks Owner James Dolan Spearheaded Tom Thibodeau's Firing This story was originally reported by Fadeaway World on Jun 10, 2025, where it first appeared.
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NBA Insider Suggests Jason Kidd Might Be Open To Knicks Job Amid Dallas Tension
NBA Insider Suggests Jason Kidd Might Be Open To Knicks Job Amid Dallas Tension originally appeared on Fadeaway World. Jason Kidd's future in Dallas may not be as secure as it seems. While the Hall of Fame point guard remains under contract with the Mavericks, NBA insiders are beginning to buzz about a potential shakeup that could send him back to New York, this time on the sidelines. Advertisement During an episode of ESPN's The Hoop Collective, NBA insider Tim MacMahon gave legitimacy to the growing rumors. "So you've got to bring in a relationships guy. And listen, one of the names that's been thrown out there is a man who's under contract with another team, but definitely a guy who has relationships not just with Jalen Brunson, but with a lot of people in that organization." "And that's Jason Kidd. And what I will say about that is, I would not dismiss that possibility. And I'm not going to sit here and tell you that I know or even think that JKidd wants out of Dallas." "That would be going way too far. What I can comfortably say is there certainly have been decisions, major franchise decisions that have been made, that he was not on board with." Advertisement "One of which includes the firing of Casey Smith, who JKidd has been extremely tight with since his second tenure as a player in Dallas, who is now running the health and performance group for the New York Knicks." The New York Knicks are seriously interested in poaching Jason Kidd from Dallas following their surprise decision to fire head coach Tom Thibodeau. Despite leading the Knicks to their first Eastern Conference Finals appearance since 2000, Thibodeau was let go in what's been described as a "philosophical reset" from the front office, possibly influenced by a desire to find a coach who can better manage star relationships and long-term health performance strategies. Enter Jason Kidd. Advertisement While MacMahon was careful not to declare that Kidd wants out of Dallas, he noted that the relationship between Kidd and the Mavericks front office has become strained. Among them was the controversial firing of longtime Dallas health and performance chief Casey Smith, a close confidant of Kidd's. Smith has since joined the New York Knicks, further stoking speculation that the coaching move might be in the works. Kidd's connection with the Knicks runs deeper than people may remember. He spent the final season of his playing career in New York during the 2012–13 campaign, serving as a steady veteran voice for a Knicks team that made the second round of the playoffs. He's since coached the Brooklyn Nets, Milwaukee Bucks, and the Dallas Mavericks, where he helped guide the Mavs to the 2024 NBA Finals. Advertisement However, Kidd's 2025 season ended in disarray. The Mavericks missed the postseason entirely after GM Nico Harrison made the blockbuster move to trade Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for Anthony Davis , a decision Kidd reportedly opposed. The team failed to recover from the seismic change, finishing outside the playoff picture after an injury-riddled season. Now, with the Knicks needing a coach who can relate to Jalen Brunson and maximize a talented but demanding roster, Kidd's name carries significant weight. His reputation as a 'relationship manager' and his pre-existing bonds in New York's locker room, especially with Brunson from their Dallas days, make him an ideal candidate for the role. Advertisement The Mavericks still control Kidd's contract and are unlikely to let him walk without a fight. But as the tension in Dallas continues to build, and the Knicks search for a fresh face with strong player rapport, this potential reunion in the Big Apple is quickly becoming more than just smoke; it might be fire. Related: 5 Best Coaching Candidates For The New York Knicks After Shocking Tom Thibodeau Firing This story was originally reported by Fadeaway World on Jun 5, 2025, where it first appeared.
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Luka Doncic Factor In Jason Kidd-Knicks Rumors Revealed: Why The Mavericks' HC Is A Frontrunner For New York Job
Luka Doncic Factor In Jason Kidd-Knicks Rumors Revealed: Why The Mavericks' HC Is A Frontrunner For New York Job originally appeared on Fadeaway World. Following Tom Thibodeau's parting ways with the Knicks, the NBA media pondered his potential replacements. One name that stood out for quite a few analysts was Jason Kidd, the head coach of the Mavericks. Advertisement According to reports, one reason why Kidd is considered a frontrunner to land the job in New York is due to the aftermath of Luka Doncic's trade. "Furthermore, Kidd didn't always enjoy being Dallas' spokesperson in the aftermath of the franchise trading Luka Doncic, per league sources," wrote James L Edwards of The Athletic. On a fine evening in February 2025, out of nowhere, Nico Harrison traded Luka Doncic to the Lakers for Anthony Davis. In the aftermath of what are the next steps for the Mavericks, Jason Kidd got a lot more attention and scrutiny for his decisions. He became the spokesperson of the franchise that shocked the entire league. It is natural to feel like the scapegoat in that position, and it would be understandable if Kidd decided Dallas is no longer the place he wants to pursue a championship. With Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving both eventually down with injury near the end of the season, Kidd felt tremendous pressure to get results. So much so that he even decided not to speak to the media after a few games. The Mavericks finished the season with 39 wins and 43 losses, landing them in the 10th seed for the play-in tournament. They lost to the Grizzlies and were eliminated from the Playoffs. Advertisement Until the Mavericks landed the No. 1 pick in the upcoming draft, it would be understandable if Kidd felt the most pressure on the Mavericks. Davis was new, and Irving was just handed the reins to a team he knew he was playing the Robin role for (where Luka Doncic was Batman), therefore, all the pressure landed on Kidd's shoulders from the media. This put him in a rather frustrating position with the Mavericks, and this is a contributing factor in analysts predicting that Kidd will eventually land the Knicks job. Recent reports claim the Knicks plan to formally contact Kidd through the Mavericks. However, no such formal request has been made to the Mavericks, and if they do make one, the Mavericks are expected to deny it. Markieff Morris' Thoughts On Jason Kidd-Knicks Rumors Markieff Morris, the NBA veteran, was also a part of the trade package that sent Luka Doncic to LA. He joined Maxi Kleber and Doncic in LA in exchange for Max Christie and Anthony Davis coming to Dallas. Advertisement He recently appeared on ESPN's 'Get Up' segment, where he revealed his opinion on how Kidd would perform for the Knicks if he were to sign with New York and why he may not do it because of what position the Cooper Flagg sweepstakes have put the Mavericks in. "Yes, for sure, I think he takes the Knicks to the title. But look, if I'm J-Kidd, the way that Dallas is set up, we're more in a win-now position than the Knicks. Obviously, the Knicks had a great year, but you get Kyrie Irving back, you get the No. 1 pick, with Anthony Davis, with PJ Washington and those guys, you're ready right now to win a championship." Morris feels that while the Knicks had a great run this season, the Mavericks have all the necessary "tools" that Kidd needs to win a championship. Hence, he may not take up the Knicks job even if the Mavericks front office allows them to contact him. Related: Knicks Head Coach Rumors: NBA Insider Claims Jason Kidd Has "Mutual" Interest In Taking Tom Thibodeau's Place This story was originally reported by Fadeaway World on Jun 10, 2025, where it first appeared.
