Mavs Coach, Player Ejected in Loss to Magic

Kidd, Marshall tossed in heated fourth quarter exchange

Apr. 4, 2026 at 4:17am

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A fragmented, geometric painting in bold colors depicting the chaotic energy of an NBA basketball game, with sharp planes and angles representing the heated emotions and high stakes of the competition.A cubist interpretation of the heated exchange that led to the ejections of the Mavericks' coach and player, capturing the intensity of the NBA playoff race.Dallas Today

Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd and forward Naji Marshall were both ejected from Friday night's game against the Orlando Magic after receiving technical fouls in the fourth quarter. The incident occurred with the Mavericks trailing in the game.

Why it matters

Ejections of head coaches and key players can significantly impact the outcome of a game, especially in a close matchup. This incident highlights the intense emotions and high stakes involved in NBA playoff positioning battles.

The details

Kidd was ejected after receiving just one technical foul, while Marshall was tossed shortly after for picking up his second technical. The sequence came early in the fourth quarter with the Mavericks trailing the Magic.

  • The incident occurred on Friday, April 4, 2026.
  • The ejections happened in the fourth quarter of the game.

The players

Jason Kidd

The head coach of the Dallas Mavericks, a former NBA player and 10-time All-Star.

Naji Marshall

A forward for the Dallas Mavericks who was also ejected from the game.

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What they’re saying

“Emotions were running high out there, but we can't let that affect our focus and discipline. We need to learn from this and come back stronger.”

— Luka Dončić, Dallas Mavericks star player

What’s next

The Mavericks will need to review the incident and determine if any further disciplinary action is warranted for Kidd or Marshall. Their next game is on Sunday against the Los Angeles Clippers.

The takeaway

This ejection sequence highlights the high-intensity nature of the NBA playoff race and the importance of maintaining composure, even in the heat of competition. The Mavericks will need to regroup quickly to avoid letting this incident derail their postseason push.