Jason Kidd's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 25, 2026

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Jason Kidd.

Jason Kidd is a highly decorated former NBA point guard and current head coach of the Dallas Mavericks. Renowned for his all-around game, Kidd earned 10 All-Star selections, six All-NBA nods, and nine All-Defensive Team honors. He secured an NBA championship with the Mavericks in 2011 and two Olympic gold medals with Team USA. A two-time Hall of Fame inductee, first individually in 2018 and again in 2025 as part of the Redeem Team, Kidd's legacy as one of basketball's greatest point guards was cemented with his inclusion in the NBA 75th Anniversary Team in 2021.

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1999: Participated in USA Olympic Qualifying Tournament

In 1999, Jason Kidd participated in the USA Olympic Qualifying Tournament, where the team finished with a 10–0 record, winning a gold medal and earning a spot at the 2000 Olympics.

2000: Qualified for 2000 Olympics

In 1999, Jason Kidd participated in the USA Olympic Qualifying Tournament and earned a berth at the 2000 Olympics.

2000: Wins Gold Medal at Sydney Olympics

In 2000, Jason Kidd was a tri-captain for Team USA at the Sydney Olympics, leading the team to an undefeated record of 8–0 and winning the gold medal.

2000: Previous Gold Medal Win

In 2008, Jason Kidd participated in the 2008 Olympics where the team won their first gold medal since the 2000 Olympics.

2000: Sydney Olympics Gold Medal

Jason Kidd won a gold medal at the 2000 Sydney Olympics.

2003: Participated at the 2003 FIBA Americas Olympic Qualifying Tournament

In 2003, Jason Kidd participated in the FIBA Americas Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Puerto Rico, leading the team to a 10–0 record, winning a gold medal, and securing a spot at the 2004 Olympics.

April 7, 2007: Kidd and Carter Record Triple-Doubles in the Same Game

On April 7, 2007, Jason Kidd and Vince Carter became the first teammates since Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen in 1989 to record triple-doubles in the same game.

2007: Participated in FIBA Americas Championship 2007

In 2007, Jason Kidd participated in the FIBA Americas Championship 2007, helping the team to a 10–0 record, winning a gold medal, and securing a spot at the 2008 Olympics.

2008: Wins Gold Medal at 2008 Olympics

In 2008, Jason Kidd participated in the 2008 Olympics, where Team USA went undefeated, winning their first gold medal since the 2000 Olympics.

2008: Beijing Olympics Gold Medal

Jason Kidd won a gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

June 12, 2011: Kidd Wins NBA Championship with Mavericks

On June 12, 2011, Jason Kidd won his first and only NBA championship with the Dallas Mavericks, defeating the Miami Heat.

2011: First NBA finals appearance Since 2011 championship-winning Playoff Run

In 2024, Kidd led the Mavericks to their first NBA finals appearance since their 2011 championship-winning playoff run.

May 3, 2012: Kidd Wins NBA Sportsmanship Award

On May 3, 2012, Jason Kidd won his first NBA Sportsmanship Award.

October 17, 2013: Nets Retire Kidd's Jersey

On October 17, 2013, the Brooklyn Nets retired Jason Kidd's number 5 jersey before a preseason game against the Miami Heat.

February 3, 2014: Kidd Named Eastern Conference Coach of the Month

On February 3, 2014, Jason Kidd was named the Eastern Conference Coach of the Month for January.

April 1, 2014: Kidd Named Eastern Conference Coach of the Month Again

On April 1, 2014, Jason Kidd was named the Eastern Conference Coach of the Month for March.

2020: Lakers Win NBA Championship

In 2020, Jason Kidd won his second NBA championship as an assistant coach with the Los Angeles Lakers, who defeated the Miami Heat in six games in the NBA Finals. This was his first championship as a coach at any level.

2021: Ranked 36th Greatest Player in NBA History by The Athletic

In 2021, The Athletic ranked Jason Kidd as the 36th greatest player in NBA history to commemorate the NBA's 75th Anniversary.

2022: Mavericks Advance to Western Conference Finals

In 2022, under Jason Kidd's leadership, the Dallas Mavericks advanced to the Western Conference Finals after defeating the Utah Jazz and the Phoenix Suns in the playoffs.