Dallas Mavericks Hire Frank Vogel Associate Head Coach

The Dallas Mavericks have officially added veteran coach Frank Vogel as associate head coach, reuniting him with head coach Jason Kidd, with whom he won an NBA championship in 2020 while Vogel was head coach and Kidd an assistant. Vogel, known for his defensive expertise and extensive head coaching experience with franchises including the Indiana Pacers, Orlando Magic, Los Angeles Lakers, and Phoenix Suns, had served as a consultant for the Mavericks during the 2024–25 season before this full-time appointment. Vogel replaces Sean Sweeney, who left for the San Antonio Spurs, and his arrival is seen as a move to strengthen the Mavericks' coaching staff following several key assistant departures. Kidd, respected for his offensive creativity, and Vogel bring complementary skills to the team, potentially benefiting the Mavericks' performance. Vogel's recent tenure with the Suns ended after one season, but his history of success and previous collaboration with Kidd were influential in his hiring. Meanwhile, developmental coach God Shammgod has left the Mavericks to join the Orlando Magic as an assistant coach, marking ongoing staff changes for Dallas.