Bucks Press Release on Jason Kidd Dismissal

For Immediate Release
Dan Smyczek
Vice President of Communications

MILWAUKEE BUCKS RELIEVE JASON KIDD OF HEAD COACHING DUTIES

MILWAUKEE (January 22, 2018) – The Milwaukee Bucks today relieved Jason Kidd from his head coaching duties.

“We appreciate everything that Jason has done for the Bucks organization, but we have decided to make a coaching change,” said Bucks General Manager Jon Horst. “We believe that a fresh approach and a change in leadership are needed to continue elevating our talented team towards the next level, bringing us closer to our goal of competing for championships. Jason led a historic turnaround during his first season and would guide our team to two playoff appearances. He also played a meaningful role in helping to keep the Bucks in Milwaukee. We thank him for all of his contributions and wish him the best.”

Bucks Assistant Coach Joe Prunty will serve as head coach for tonight’s game against the Phoenix Suns at the BMO Harris Bradley Center.

In Kidd’s three and a half seasons as head coach, the Bucks had a regular season record of 139-152 and reached the first round of the NBA Playoffs in the 2014-15 and 2016-17 seasons.

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JON HORST MEDIA AVAILABILITY

MILWAUKEE (January 22, 2018) – Milwaukee Bucks General Manager Jon Horst will address the media prior to tonight’s game at 5 p.m.

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