During the Dallas Mavericks vs. Phoenix Suns game on March 9, 2025, cameras captured an interaction between Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd and Suns forward Kevin Durant. While the details of their conversation remain unknown, such exchanges often involve strategy, competitive banter, or mutual respect between experienced figures in the league.
In a previous encounter, Durant shared a lighthearted moment involving Kidd. Recalling the exchange, Durant said, “I asked Jason Kidd—‘Well st, you pay Dorian Finney-Smith all that money, is he a defender or you gonna rely on this [defense] for these next 4 years on him?’”**
Moments like these highlight the camaraderie and deep-rooted respect among NBA professionals, whether they’re discussing the game or engaging in playful trash talk.
