Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd discussed the strategy behind Luka Doncic's game-winning shot against the Utah Jazz. Kidd explained that the plan was to give Doncic space and let him decide the best course of action. Initially, the idea was for Doncic to go for a two-point shot, but as he 'got to dancing' with Rudy Gobert, it became clear that a step-back three-pointer was imminent. Kidd emphasized that Doncic thrives in high-pressure situations and does not shy away from taking crucial shots. Doncic's game-winner showcased his ability to perform under pressure.
“Let Luka do what Luka does” - JKidd https://t.co/ofLe8uTpct
"The play was to get Luka the ball and let Luka do what Luka does..." Coach Jason Kidd reveals what the gameplan was in the huddle before Luka's game-winner 🗣️ https://t.co/I08Ohl8kZA
Jason Kidd on if the play was to go for 2 to tie or 3 to win: "You gotta ask Luka that. The play was to get Luka the ball and let Luka do what Luka does"
Jason Kidd said the plan was for Luka to go for a 2 in the closing seconds, but “when he got to dancing with Gobert, you could see the step back was coming.”
Mavericks' Jason Kidd on whether to go for two or three on the final possession: "You’ve got to ask Luka [Doncic] that. The play was to get Luka the ball and let Luka do what Luka does. … When he got to dancing with [Rudy] Gobert, you could see the step back [three] was coming."
Mavericks' Jason Kidd on Luka Doncic's game-winner: "We wanted to get him space and let him do what he does. He set [Rudy Gobert] up for the step-back. For him attacking the paint over and over, Rudy has to honor that. ... He loves that stage. He doesn't run from it."