The Dallas Mavericks signed head coach Jason Kidd to a contract extension earlier this week, after his name was mentioned in the Los Angeles Lakers' coaching search. With one candidate removed, the role reportedly went to Sean Sweeney, one of Kidd's assistants.
Dan Wojke's latest Lakers mailbag includes: Los Angeles Timesabout the Lakers' ongoing search for a new coach: “But while there is a desire to find someone with experience, sources say that's not the only focus the Lakers have. Yes, that means a coach with an established track record in the big seat on the sideline, but he also seems willing to talk to candidates from the Lakers, such as Denver's David Adelman and Minnesota's Micah. That means considering some of the most highly regarded assistant coaches as well, including those who are still working for the season. Nori, Charles Lee of Boston, and Sean Sweeney of Dallas. ”
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Among the candidates whose names were mentioned alongside Kidd last time were the Clippers' Tyronn Lue and ESPN's JJ Reddick, but it appears the list has been expanded to include the names above, as well as Golden State's Kenny Atkinson. It seems that it has also been included.
Sweeney has worked with Jason Kidd since Kidd's head coaching career began with the Brooklyn Nets. After Kidd was released from his role with the Milwaukee Bucks, he joined Dwane Casey's staff in Detroit and then rejoined Kidd in Dallas in 2021. Kidd helped lead the Mavericks to two playoff appearances in 2022 and 2024 and will look to help coach Luka. Dončić and the Slovenian national team aim to qualify for the Olympics this summer.
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