Ranking the Open NBA Coaching Jobs After Mavericks’ Decision to Move On From Jason Kidd
Sports Illustrated • • general
Key Points:
- Four NBA teams currently have open head coaching positions: Dallas Mavericks, Orlando Magic, Chicago Bulls, and Portland Trail Blazers, each with distinct rosters and organizational goals.
- The Dallas Mavericks are considered the most attractive coaching job due to the presence of young star Cooper Flagg, despite concerns about the surrounding roster and organizational stability.
- The Orlando Magic offer a talented roster led by Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner, but the new coach will face high pressure to win quickly given limited assets for roster changes.
- The Chicago Bulls are in a rebuilding phase with a high draft pick and a supportive front office, but the roster requires significant overhaul and the timeline for contention is uncertain.
- The Portland Trail Blazers have a playoff-caliber roster with promising young players, but uncertainty about owner Tom Dundon's willingness to invest in the team raises questions about future competitiveness.