Jason Kidd might have his teams mixed up in the famed Yankees-Red Sox sale of Babe Ruth back in 1919. Before the Mavericks hosted the Lakers — and Luka Dončić — on Wednesday in Dallas for the first time since the seismic deal in early February,

When asked about his confidence in Dallas's front office ahead of Doncic's return to the American Airlines Center on Wednesday, head coach Jason Kidd made clear that he has faith in the organization's ability to win a championship under GM Nico Harrison and owner Patrick Dumont.

With Doncic returning to Dallas on Wednesday night for the first time, Kidd had an opportunity to open himself up to even more sympathy. After all, he didn't ask for the Doncic deal. But instead of doing that, he opened the door to everyone (rightfully) making fun of him.