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Last updated: May 19, 2026, 11:42 PM ET

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The Dallas Mavericks parted ways with Jason Kidd after five seasons in what the team described as a mutual decision Tuesday evening. Meanwhile, the New Orleans Pelicans have hired Jamahl Mosley as their new head coach, who spent the past five seasons in Orlando, going 189-221 and earning three playoff berths. These moves signal a significant shift in the NBA's coaching landscape as teams prepare for offseason changes with multiple franchises reshaping their benches Player Movements & Performances

Australian basketball legend Joe Ingles confirmed his NBL return, joining Melbourne United on a two-year deal that he described as "incredibly special" after his time in the NBA. In Oklahoma City, Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander acknowledged his need to improve after being presented his second straight MVP trophy in a pregame ceremony Monday, admitting he didn't perform up to that lofty standard in a recent contest despite his individual accolades.

Team Strategies & Standings

With Karl-Anthony Towns morphing into a point-center, the New York Knicks have transformed their offense into an unstoppable unit ahead of the Eastern Conference finals. This strategic shift has coincided with ongoing speculation about LeBron James' future in Los Angeles, as our NBA insiders continue to monitor potential roster moves and team strategies across the league with the regular season approaching its crucial final stretch.