Jason Kidd may make a move that isn't normal for him starting tomorrow on opening night.
Jason Kidd has never played a two-way player on opening night since becoming head coach of the Dallas Mavericks in 2021, but that trend is poised to break tomorrow with Ryan Nembhard. Kidd has spoken glowingly of Nembhard ever since Dallas signed him following the second round of the 2025 NBA Draft, and he could quickly become someone that he relies upon early.
The Mavericks will be without Kyrie Irving for at least a few months to begin the season as he recovers from an ACL tear, and Nembhard is bound to be part of the committee that helps make up for his absence.