While Jason Kidd's relationship with Giannis Antetokounmpo was one of the stronger ones with a player he had, sources say Milwaukee's franchise player grew weary of his relentless critiques.

Before Kidd was fired by the Bucks, Antetokounmpo called him and offered to help save his job. Kidd revealed that conversion to ESPN's Ramona Shelburne. Antetokounmpo was disappointed that Kidd revealed the private exchange.

"Did I think I lost the locker room? I didn't think I did," Kidd said. "My style? My voice was only heard when it needed to be heard. I let the other coaches do as much talking as I did, because I knew as a player, if you hear one voice, you can lose the locker room."