Mavericks Coach Kidd Ejected in Bulls Game Loss

Chicago, Illinois – Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd was ejected from Saturday night's NBA game against the Chicago Bulls at the United Center, just 5:44 into the first quarter, following a dispute with referee Scott Foster over a goaltending call and a failed replay challenge.

The incident unfolded during a play where Bulls guard Ayo Dosunmu attempted a layup, which was blocked by Mavericks forward Max Christie. Officials ruled it a goaltending violation against Christie, awarding the points to Chicago. Kidd immediately sought to challenge the call, but the Mavericks' timeout request came after the ball had been given to the inbounder, closing the window for review under league rules. Crew chief Foster later explained in a pool report that the challenge opportunity ends once the inbound process begins, though the team was still granted the timeout.

Kidd's frustration escalated as he confronted Foster, using profanity on two occasions, which resulted in two technical fouls and his ejection. Associate head coach Frank Vogel stepped in to lead the Mavericks for the rest of the game, which Dallas lost 125-107. The outburst marked Kidd's third ejection since becoming the...