Jason Kidd

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Return to Dallas and Final Playing Years

In 2008, Kidd returned to the Dallas Mavericks in a trade. He played a key role in the team's 2011 NBA Championship win, particularly with his defensive efforts and veteran leadership. In 2012, he signed a deal with the New York Knicks, but his stint there was brief. The following year, he announced his retirement from professional basketball, concluding a career that earned him ten NBA All-Star selections and five All-NBA First Team honors.

Quick Facts

Birth Date
23 Mar, 1973
Age
47 yrs
Occupations
Basketball player
Basketball coach
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Citizenship
United States of America
Birth Place
San Francisco
Education
St. Joseph Notre Dame High School
University of California, Berkeley
Gender
Male
Description
American basketball player and coach
Spouse
Joumana Kidd[1997-2007]
Net Worth 2021
75 million

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Coaching Career with the Nets and Bucks

Shortly after retiring as a player, Kidd transitioned into coaching. He was named head coach of the Brooklyn Nets in June 2013. In 2014, he took over as head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks. Under his leadership, the Bucks made a significant turnaround during the 2014–2015 season and returned to the playoffs, being recognized as one of the NBA’s most improved teams. Kidd’s coaching style emphasized defense, ball movement, and player development.

Career Achievements and Legacy

Jason Kidd’s impressive career includes a long list of accolades: NBA Champion (2011), NBA Co-Rookie of the Year (1995), USBWA National Freshman of the Year (1993), and ten NBA All-Star selections. He was also twice awarded the NBA Sportsmanship Award in 2012 and 2013. Kidd ranks among the all-time league leaders in assists, steals, and triple-doubles, cementing his legacy as one of the greatest point guards in the history of the NBA.

Personal Life and Net Worth

Kidd has been married twice. He married Joumana Kidd in 1997, and they had three children: Trey Jason (also known as T.J.), Miah, and Jazelle. The couple divorced in 2007 following reports of domestic issues. In 2011, Kidd married Porschla Coleman, a former fashion model. Together, they have two children. Jason Kidd's estimated net worth is approximately $75 million. His current salary as a head coach is not publicly disclosed.


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Last Modified: Nov 11 2025

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