Jason Kidd

Date of Birth: March 23, 1973

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Date of Death: [Leave blank as Jason Kidd is alive]

Biography

Jason Frederick Kidd is a renowned American former professional basketball player and current coach. Born in San Francisco, California, Kidd played 19 seasons in the National Basketball Association (NBA) and is widely regarded as one of the greatest point guards in the history of the game. He was known for his exceptional court vision, passing ability, and leadership on the court. Kidd’s illustrious career began at the University of California, Berkeley, before he was drafted second overall by the Dallas Mavericks in the 1994 NBA Draft. Over his career, he played for the Mavericks, Phoenix Suns, New Jersey Nets, and New York Knicks. Kidd’s impact was immediate, earning NBA Rookie of the Year honors in 1995. He was a ten-time NBA All-Star, a five-time All-NBA First Team member, and a nine-time NBA All-Defensive Team member. He led the Nets to two consecutive NBA Finals appearances in 2002 and 2003. After returning to the Mavericks, Kidd won an NBA Championship in 2011. Post-retirement, Kidd transitioned into coaching and has served as the head coach for the Brooklyn Nets, Milwaukee Bucks, and currently, the Dallas Mavericks.

5 Interesting Facts about Jason Kidd

1. Jason Kidd is one of only three players in NBA history to record more than 100 triple-doubles in his career.

2. He won an Olympic gold medal with Team USA in 2000 and 2008.

3. Kidd is a co-owner of the expansion franchise of Major League Soccer, San Francisco City FC.

4. In 2018, he was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

5. Jason Kidd authored a children’s book titled “The Kid Who Would Be King” with co-author Steve Springer.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jason Kidd

1. “A lot of times, you’re only as good as your bigs are.”

2. “I think we’re all competitive. We all want to win. We all want to be the best.”

3. “I’m a high-risk taker on the court in the sense of trying to squeeze passes in there.”

4. “As a coach, you try to worry about the things you can control.”

5. “I want to win. That’s the biggest thing for me. That’s my goal.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth achieved by Jason Kidd is estimated to be around $75 million.

Children

Jason Kidd has six children. He has three children from his first marriage to Joumana Kidd: Trey Jason (T.J.), and twins Miah and Jazelle. He also has three children with his current wife, Porschla Coleman: Cooper Anne, Noah Grace, and Chance.