In a surprising twist that has fans scratching their heads and others checking the calendar for April Fool’s Day, rumors surfaced early Friday that the Dallas Mavericks were considering a member of British-Irish pop group The Wanted for a coaching position.
The bizarre headline, which quickly began trending online — “Dallas Mavericks The Wanted to Coach American Jason Kidd” — appears to stem from a miscommunication or misinterpretation of internal discussions within the organization. Some speculate it might have been the result of a mistranslated international news report or an AI-generated error.
Jason Kidd Still at the Helm
As of now, Jason Kidd remains the head coach of the Dallas Mavericks. Kidd, who re-signed with the team in 2024 following a deep playoff run, continues to lead Luka Dončić and the squad into the 2025–26 season with championship hopes intact.
A Mavericks spokesperson issued a brief but pointed statement Friday morning:
“Coach Jason Kidd remains in his position. There is no truth to the rumor about musical entertainers being considered for coaching roles within the organization.”
