Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd didn’t hold back when asked about criticism of how he has been handling rookie Cooper Flagg.
Jason Kidd was questioned following the Dallas Mavericks’ loss to the Houston Rockets, with attention focused on his decision to use Cooper Flagg as a primary ball handler.
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The topic quickly turned into a flashpoint, and the veteran coach made his position clear in a profane response to the media.
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Jason Kidd hits back at concerns over Cooper Flagg role
Jason Kidd was firm in his response when asked about outside criticism surrounding Cooper Flagg playing point guard during his rookie season.
The Mavericks coach dismissed the concerns and stood by his approach to developing young players. Leaning on his own experience as a former NBA player, Kidd explained why he remains confident in his decisions.
“I don’t give a f— about the criticism. Criticism? That’s your opinion. You guys write that b——-. I’ve done this. I’ve played this game. I’ve played it at a very high level. I know what the f— I’m doing.”
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The comments came at a time when scrutiny over Flagg’s role and responsibilities had already begun to grow.
Kidd backs his approach to Cooper Flagg development
Jason Kidd continued by saying that outside noise does not influence how he coaches, adding that criticism is simply part of the job.
He stressed that his focus remains on building players rather than reacting to opinions.
“I don’t give a f— what you guys write, because you guys have never played the game. So I build players. So I know what the f— I’m doing. Taking criticism, it only makes me better.”
Flagg’s recent performances have kept the debate alive as the Mavericks work through a difficult stretch of the season.
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