The Brooklyn Nets have hired Kidd as their coach, bringing the former star back to the franchise.
Posted: Jun. 12, 2013 11:38 PM ET
The Nets will introduce Kidd as their coach during a Thursday news conference in Brooklyn. Kidd's contract is expected to be guaranteed for three seasons with a possible fourth-year team option, league sources said. Kidd, 40, makes the leap out of a Hall Fame playing career and onto the bench next season. It's a daring move for the Nets that promises to energize their fan base.