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Anyone else think it seemed odd that Glen Grunwald seemed more convinced Jason Kidd would be back than J.R. Smith? Speaking of Kidd, he stressed the positive exit interview - but as Frank Isola tweeted earlier - I still would not be surprised if Kidd looked for a buyout for a lesser role with a contender to finish his career. Sulia

New York Knicks, Jason Kidd, JR Smith, Glen Grunwald 

Knicks GM Glen Grunwald said Jason Kidd gave him no indication he was retiring. “We had a great meeting with Jason yesterday,’’ Grunwald said in a end-of-season press conference with the media. “He was a big part of our success and we look forward to having him back next year.’ New York Post

New York Knicks, Jason Kidd, Glen Grunwald 

Asked if Kidd hinted at all about having to reevaluate his future despite having two years and $6.2 million left on his pact, Grunwald said, “Not yesterday. It sounded like he was coming back.’’ However, Mike Woodson piped in, “I thought he was based on our conversation. But that could change, you never know.’’ New York Post

New York Knicks, Mike Woodson, Jason Kidd, Glen Grunwald 

Al Iannazzone: Grunwald said it sounds like Jason Kidd will be back with the Knicks after talking to him at his exit meeting yesterday. Twitter @Al_Iannazzone

New York Knicks, Jason Kidd 

Al Iannazzone: Among the players who didn't speak to the media today were J.R. Smith, Amar'e Stoudemire and Jason Kidd. Twitter @Al_Iannazzone

New York Knicks, Amare Stoudemire, Jason Kidd, J.R. Smith 

Tyson Chandler said he had no clue what his buddy Jason Kidd will do regarding coming back next season. Kidd’s flameout in the playoffs could push him into retirement despite having two years and $6.2 million left on his Knicks pact. New York Post

New York Knicks, Jason Kidd, Tyson Chandler 

“I don’t know,’’ said Chandler, his teammate in Dallas. “I don’t know where his mind is now. I think he’ll do his thing as far as allowing his mind to think and settle in. Right now everything is so emotional, fresh off this series. It’s hard to get that out of your mind. I think he’ll take some time with his family.’’ New York Post

New York Knicks, Jason Kidd, Tyson Chandler 

Frank Isola: Jason Kidd, who did not play in the second half for the second straight game, did not speak with reporters. Twitter @FisolaNYDN

New York Knicks, Jason Kidd 

Kidd’s potential coaching career might be coming into sharper focus as he goes through a perplexing and historic nine-game scoreless streak. That day in Toronto, Kidd admitted he wasn’t sure he would finish his entire three-year contract. Most assumed, though, he would come back next season and the Knicks really hope so. But after this season, there’s no telling if Kidd wants to jump-start a coaching career and forgo the $6 million left on his deal. Kidd’s playoff struggles have been well documented, and coach Mike Woodson benched the veteran the entire second half of the Knicks’ 85-75 Game 5 win over the Pacers. “Jason’s going through a tough stretch,’’ Woodson said on Friday’s conference call. “But do I have confidence in putting Jason on the basketball floor? Absolutely. That will never go away.’’ New York Post

New York Knicks, Jason Kidd 

Mike Woodson gave strong indications he will stick with the same rotation for tomorrow's do-or-die Game 6 that didn’t include Jason Kidd in the second half but the Knicks coach still supported the future Hall of Famer who appears to be running on fumes. New York Post

New York Knicks, Mike Woodson, Jason Kidd, Hall of Fame 

Kidd is in the first season of a three-year deal — he has two years and more than $6 million remaining on it. But he has said there is no guarantee he will finish the contract. Now the question becomes whether his struggles could influence his decision on his future. Could Kidd’s postseason horror show be an indication to him it’s time to call it quits and retire early? Or could it make it tougher for him to go out on such a down note? New York Post

New York Knicks, Jason Kidd 

Al Iannazzone: Woodson when asked about Jason Kidd's struggles, said he would "never kick JKidd to the curb, man." Twitter @Al_Iannazzone

New York Knicks, Mike Woodson, Jason Kidd 

Kidd has not scored since Game 2 of the Boston series, on April 23, a remarkable drought that has spanned 161 minutes. He is 0 for 16 from the field. In eight playoff games since that Game 2, Kidd has attempted more than two field goals three times. “I’m not a guy who’s going to score,” Kidd said. “If the ball doesn’t go in, that doesn’t dictate my game. It’s always been trying to find the open guy and make a play for my teammates, and when there’s a shot presented, take it.” New York Times

New York Knicks, Jason Kidd 

Chris Herring: Woodson says there isn't a point where he'd sit Kidd. Says he only takes 1-2 shots a game. Touts his intangibles. Twitter @HerringWSJ

New York Knicks, Mike Woodson, Jason Kidd 

Ian Begley: Kidd: 'When we move the ball we’re pretty good. When the ball sticks, we try to go 1 on 1, we become one of the bottom teams in the league.' Twitter

New York Knicks, Jason Kidd 

Jonah Ballow: "It's like I'm listening to 2 other coaches talk" #Knicks asst. coach J. Todd on @Pablo Prigioni & @Jason Kidd Twitter @jonahballow

New York Knicks, Jason Kidd, Jim Todd, Pablo Prigioni 

But Mike Woodson isn't concerned about Kidd's offense. "Jason [Kidd] is going to be there when it counts," he said. "We haven't played him a lot of big minutes. ... We're trying to mix and match the best we can." Kidd said he's not going to change anything. "I'm going to play the game the right away," he said. "If a shot presents itself, I'll take it, and if it doesn't, I'm going to try to find one of my teammates a shot." ESPN.com

New York Knicks, Mike Woodson, Jason Kidd 

Jason Kidd was presented the NBA Sportsmanship Award last night before the game. It was his second straight year he had won the honor. He is the first NBA player to win the award, given to the player who best represents the ideals of sportsmanship on the court,” in consecutive seasons. It is voted on by the players. New York Post

New York Knicks, Jason Kidd 

Alan Hahn: Jason Kidd was named NBA Sportsmanship Award winner. The NBA will make a $10,000 donation on behalf of Kidd to The Jason Kidd Foundation. Twitter @alanhahn

New York Knicks, Jason Kidd 

Jason Kidd: Jason's sexuality doesn't change the fact that he is a great friend and was a great teammate. @Jason Collins Twitter @RealJasonKidd

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