Los Angeles Lakers' Kobe Bryant is defended by Dallas Mavericks' Jason Kidd in the second half of Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Lakers' Kobe Bryant is defended by Dallas Mavericks' Jason Kidd in the second half of Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals in Los Angeles on May 2, 2011. The Mavericks defeated the Lakers 96-94 to lead the best-of-seven playoff series 1-0. UPI/Christine Cotter
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The Brooklyn Nets announced Wednesday they have hired recently retired 10-time all-star Jason Kidd to coach the team.
Jason Kidd, a 10-time all-star selection as a point guard over a 19-season NBA career, on Monday announced his retirement from the NBA.
New York Knicks guard Jason Kidd has been voted the NBA Sportsmanship Award winner for the second consecutive season.
Carmelo Anthony pumped in 36 points and hauled down 12 rebounds Sunday in the New York Knicks' 12th straight win, 125-120 over Oklahoma City.
Amar'e Stoudemire netted 22 points and New York rallied for a 102-97 win over Cleveland Monday but lost Carmelo Anthony to a knee injury.
Miami's LeBron James provided 29 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists Sunday in the Heat's 14th straight win, 99-93 over New York.
J.R. Smith scored the last of New York's points with 1:19 to play Thursday and the Knicks held on to down Boston 89-86.
Carmelo Anthony pumped in 40 points Saturday for the New York Knicks, who handed Orlando an eighth straight loss, 114-106.
James Johnson hit a 3-pointer as the buzzer sounded Friday to give Sacramento a stunning 106-105 victory over New York.
J.R. Smith hit a baseline jumper as time ran out Wednesday to give New York a 99-97 decision over Phoenix.
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