Fansided · Oct 13, 2025
Jason Kidd reveals saving grace Mavericks youngster needs to avoid trade trap
Dallas Mavericks, Jason Kidd, Jaden Hardy | Justin Casterline/GettyImagesWith Dante Exum now expected to miss time for the Dallas Mavericks, Jason Kidd may be forced to lean on Jaden Hardy to step up early on into the 2025-26 season, and he clearly revealed what he needs to see from Hardy to take the next step in his development before Dallas took on the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night at the American Airlines Center.
Kidd doesn't just want Hardy to be a scorer despite his obvious strength in that area, which he has showcased time and time again. He wants him to be more multi-faceted rather than a score-first guard, and the Mavs seem to believe that he can do that.
