It looks like the Mavericks need either of their superstars on the floor to win. On Monday night, the Jason Kidd’s Mavs faced off against the Memphis Grizzlies, but the odds were stacked against them. Earlier in the day, news came to light that Kyrie Irving would be out for 1-2 weeks because of a back injury. With both Irving and Luka Doncic sidelined, the Grizzlies took full advantage, securing a 119-104 victory over Dallas.

The Mavericks just can’t catch a break, and it’s honestly getting hard to watch. Injuries keep piling up, and each one throws the team into chaos with random lineups that haven’t had time to gel. It’s like a terrible movie where you can predict what’s coming next: the Mavs build a lead—10 or 12 points—and then, boom, it all fades away. Instead of extending that lead, they watch it flip into a deficit that only grows as the game goes on. This losing streak? It’s not just a bump in the road—it’s starting to feel like a full-on detour.

Jason Kidd has a tough job ahead if the Mavs want to dodge the dreaded Play-In Tournament. With the pressure on, he needs a quick solution to keep Dallas from falling into that hole. But he might be busy focusing on business.

The Athletic reports Kidd is stepping into a major role, leading a U.S.-Saudi investment group alongside entrepreneurs Mansoor and Haider Syed to acquire a 45% stake in the English soccer club Crystal Palace.

Amidst all this, the fans want him gone.

Fans want to “trade” Jason Kidd and get coaches who can win without superstars

“Just fire Jason Kidd foreal. Wasting everyone’s time” wrote one fan. The Mavericks’ struggles without their two star players, Doncic and Irving, are obviously taking a toll. Injuries have hit the team hard, and it feels like every time they take a step forward, something knocks them back two steps.

But it’s not just about the injuries. Fans are watching a team that has lost its identity and struggles to establish any rhythm, which raises questions about Jason Kidd’s leadership.

Another fan’s reaction cuts straight to the heart of the issue. “Jason Kidd got exposed again , and i don’t wanna hear people telling me that he is missing Lukai , Jamahl Mosley won games without 2 best players of his team . That tells how bad our coach is,” they wrote.

The key comparison here is to Jamahl Mosley, the head coach of the Orlando Magic. Without their best players, Mosley still managed to win games and keep his team competitive. That’s the kind of coaching adaptability fans expect from their own leaders.

A netizen just straight up wrote “Fire Jason Kidd”. This reaction may seem blunt, but it’s the result of mounting frustration among Mavs fans. The Mavs have struggled to maintain or extend leads, often watching them slip away. Time and again, they’ve lost games they should’ve won. And it’s not just a player problem, it’s a coaching problem.

“We may have the best roster, as long as Jason Kidd is the coach Dallas won’t win a ring” tweeted a frustrated Mavs fan. If Coach Kidd can’t guide this team through the tough stretches and sustain success, then even the best roster might fall short when it matters most.

It’s a valid concern, as coaching can make or break a championship run.

Another fan had a suggestion for this trade window. They tweeted, “Trade Jason Kidd for Taylor Jenkins”. Taylor Jenkins has earned praise for his ability to adapt and develop his team, especially in the absence of key players like Ja Morant.

Meanwhile, Kidd decided to have Maxi Kleber, a more perimeter-oriented defender, guard Jaren Jackson Jr. in isolation—especially when the Mavericks have healthier options on the roster. We don’t know what sprung this decision, but let’s hope Coach Kidd finds a solution to his problems.