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The NBA lockout is over, salaries are flowing again, and that only means one thing to real estate watchers – big-name NBA stars are making some big home purchases. It’s just been uncovered by the New York Post that Jason Kidd is the newest kid on the block in Southampton, NY. Although he spends the basketball season dribbling for the champion Dallas Mavericks, Kidd wanted an East Coast abode. He found it in the 5,500-square-foot, six-bedroom, six-bathroom home that was once rumored to be Jennifer Lopez’s first big post-Marc Anthony purchase.

Under contract with Kidd for $5,975,000, the home at 100 Flying Point Road in tony Water Mill, is located “just a bike ride to the Flying Point ocean beaches.” The home is custom-built with modern interior style designed around a clean lines, European fixtures, and a impeccable attention to detail. The 5,500 square-feet include master and guest suites fit for a king (or a Maverick). The master suite includes sitting room, fireplace, and balcony. The additional 2,300 square feet lower level includes staff suite and recreational areas.

The property itself is open and expansive. Just shy of 2 acres, Kidd’s new home includes a heated gunite pool, an all weather tennis court, a beautiful pool house with cabana kitchen, bar, full bath, outdoor shower, and a fireplace. The separate carriage house is also located on the property and can accommodate 2 cars and has space above that could be used for a gym, office, or play room.

In other Jason Kidd real estate news, we just reported that Kidd currently has his Dallas condo on the market for $1,595,000.

NBA baller Amar’e Stoudamire is selling his 8th floor Phoenix condo. Like the NBA lockout, the sale of this particular property has been difficult to sort out for the 6’10 New York Knicks star.  The Real Estalker has the full run-down of Stoudamire’s full real estate portfolio drama, but this particular Phoenix property has it’s own interesting backstory.

The condo was first listed on the open market in February 2008, and was subsequently placed on and pulled off the market multiple times in the succeeding years. Not one to give up, Stoudamire put the property back on the market in June of this year, with an asking price of $1,375,000. The NBA player paid $1,775,000 for the condo, so even if he can get a slam-dunk buyer for the entire listing price, he still stands to lose $400,000.

For a buyer that wants to take the condo off Stoudamire’s hands, they’ll be getting a luxury 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom, 3,000 square feet unit on the 8th floor of the Esplanade Place. Built in 2003 and purchased by Stoudamire in 2004, the unit is upgraded with top-of-the-line finishes. It has a large, open great room and flowing floor plan. A gourmet, eat-in kitchen features stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry and granite countertops. The huge master bedroom has a sitting room and mountain views. A guest suite has a separate entrance for complete privacy. Esplanade Place is a full-service, luxury building that features a roof-top swimming pool, a clubroom/party room with catering kitchen to host large parties, a conference room and round-the-clock security.

Dallas Mavericks’ guard Jason Kidd is using the NBA lockout as an opportunity to take care of some personal business. First item on his list? Selling his upscale condo on the 21st floor of Dallas‘ prestigious Azure building. According to Aaron Rosen of Prospera Real Estate, Kidd’s condo is a brand-new addition to the Dallas market.

At $1,595,000, the 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, 2,607 square-foot condo is priced to sell. Kidd’s home features a gourmet kitchen with granite countertops coupled with Miele and SubZero appliances. Floor to ceiling glass, motorized Lutron blinds, and hardwood and stone floors are just a few of the many amazing amenities in this home. The unit also comes with a private four car garage.

If you lived in this La Quinta, California home, you might be asking yourself, “what NBA lockout?” Equipped with a full-sized indoor basketball court, putting green and game room, the home is a perfect hideaway for the athletically inclined. The palatial family residence features high mahogany beamed ceilings and richly stained hardwood floors. Designed and built with modern luxury in mind, the home possesses features that include state-of-the-art audio/visual electronics, video security and a 13,000 watt solar system. Few homes possess the outdoor flow that this property does. Southern California‘s famous warm weather makes a perfect backdrop for the outdoor entertaining area that features a 65 foot pool with a rock slide and misting system. Inside, experience the full basketball gymnasium with 4 glass backboards. A game room and fitness room are situated at an ideal vantage point overlooking the gym. For those who need a little more relaxation, experience a movie on the 16 foot HD TV with surround sound speakers. Luxury amenities, coupled with exquisitely detailed elements like granite, limestone and hardwood make all the difference in this home.

NBA All-Star baller Jermaine O’Neal wants a little less Sin City in his life. He has recently listed his Henderson, Nevada home for $3,550,000. Henderson is a nearby suburb of the bright lights and 24-hours-a-day adult playground of the Las Vegas Strip. After hopping from Portland to Indiana to Toronto to Miami and finally to his current hometown of Boston, the six-time NBA All-Star may have no current need for a pricey pad way out in the desert.

The for-sale home has 6-bedrooms, 7-bathrooms and resort features perfect for the famous heat of Vegas. O’Neal’s home is a custom build with panoramic mountain, city and strip views on almost an acre of land. The master and three additional bedrooms feature en suite bathrooms with marble baths and custom walk-in closets. On the home’s second floor, you’ll find a hardwood-floored game room and oversized wrought iron balcony. The home has a “mini master” guest suite, perfect for visitors, as well as a teen room, office, exercise room, tiered theater and wine room on main floor.

Outside, a desert oasis awaits. An outdoor kitchen and expertly crafted pool with grotto, waterfall, slide, jacuzzi, fountains highlight the outdoor living space.

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Alonzo Mourning and his wife Tracy are selling their massive waterfront estate in Coral Gables, Florida, according to The Wall Street Journal. Mourning spent most of his 15 year career in a #33 Miami Heat jersey until he retired from the game in 2009. This home will be the second #33 that he retires, as this for-sale home’s address is 33 Arvida Parkway. Coincidence? We think not.

Mourning’s home is one of only 14 bayfront homes in the Gables Estates neighborhood. The expansive, stunning home is situated on Biscayne Bay in Coral Gables. Exquisite details and craftsmanship accentuate a wonderful floor plan that highlights the breathtaking ocean views throughout. The home features a world class kitchen, extensive terraces, library, spacious formal and informal areas, and a luxurious master suite with limestone fireplace, sitting room, dressing area, steam shower, and his/hers bathrooms and closets.