#jason-kidd

#jason-kidd

CHICAGO -- Mavericks coach Jason Kidd was ejected midway through the first quarter of Dallas' game at Chicago on Saturday night after arguing with referee Scott Foster. Kidd appeared to be angry he wasn't granted his request to challenge a goaltending call on Max Christie with 5:44 remaining in the quarter. The Mavericks called a timeout, which initiates the coach's challenge process, but it apparently came too late to allow the challenge.

SAN FRANCISCO - The Warriors' Christmas Day opponent does not share a time zone or even a division with Golden State, but it would be difficult to find a more fitting foe for the NBA's flagship day than the Dallas Mavericks. The Mavs dwell among the Western Conference's bottom-feeders, but no team in either conference presents the sheer volume of storylines as the outfit from Texas' largest city. From beloved Bay Area icons returning home to the best rookie in the league to a possible trade target and more, there is plenty for Warriors fans to be excited about.