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Mavericks hiring Michigan’s Dusty May as head coach: Source
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- The Dallas Mavericks have hired Dusty May as their new head coach, moving him from the college ranks after his successful tenure at Michigan and Florida Atlantic.
- May led Michigan to a national championship in 2025 and improved the Wolverines' record significantly during his two seasons, with three of his starters projected as first-round NBA Draft picks.
- Mavericks president Masai Ujiri decided to part ways with Jason Kidd and conducted a broad coaching search, considering candidates from both the NBA and college, including Jon Scheyer and Todd Golden.
- Despite a recent contract extension with Michigan, May will leave to join the Mavericks, with Michigan expected to name Mike Boynton as interim head coach.
- Boynton, previously Oklahoma State’s head coach, will take over Michigan’s program following May’s departure.
