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“I have every confidence in Joe to lead our team during my
absence,” Kidd told the team’s website.
“I tried to put off surgery for as long as I could, but after
consulting with my doctor, he advised that the best course of
action was to have the procedure now.”
Kidd’s hip ailment is a chronic condition that dates back to his
playing days.
A 10-time All Star, Kidd enjoyed a highly successful 19-year
career before delving straight into head coaching following his
retirement in 2013. He guided Brooklyn to the playoffs in his
rookie coaching season, then led Milwaukee to the post-season in
his first year at the helm of the Bucks last season.
Milwaukee are off to a disappointing 11-18 start this campaign,
though they are the only team to beat defending champions Golden
State (26-1).
(Writing by Jahmal Corner; Editing by Peter Rutherford)
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