Dallas Mavericks Seek New Leadership: Sean Sweeney Emerges as Top Coaching Candidate
The Dallas Mavericks made headlines by firing head coach Jason Kidd on Tuesday, surprising many as he was a Hall of Fame player with a mixed coaching record of 205-205. This decision came from newly appointed team president Masai Ujiri, not Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont, who previously extended Kidd's contract twice. As the Mavericks search for a new head coach, several candidates have emerged, with Sean Sweeney, currently an associate head coach of the San Antonio Spurs, leading the pack at 34 cents per share on Kalshi. Sweeney, known for his defensive prowess, has ties to the Mavericks, having served as an assistant coach under Kidd from 2021-2025. However, the Chicago Bulls and Orlando Magic also express interest in him, complicating his potential hiring. Other contenders include: Billy Donovan (24 cents): The former Bulls and Thunder coach, now favored for the Magic, presents a strong alternative. Jon Scheyer (13 cents): The Duke coach is a rising star but shows little interest in leaving college basketball. Chris Quinn (9 cents): The Miami Heat assistant is respected but lacks head coaching experience. Despite Kidd's dismissal, the Mavericks hold a promising roster, including 2025-26 Rookie of the Year Cooper Flagg and All-Star Kyrie Irving, who is expected to return from injury. With the No. 9 and No. 30 picks in the 2026 NBA Draft, the new coach will have opportunities to reshape the team and aim for a playoff return.
Source: CBS Sports - 2026-05-20