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Michigan is scrambling for a new coach after Dusty May leaves to lead NBA's Dallas Mavericks
By Larry Lage, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Michigan, coming off a national championship in basketball, is suddenly searching for a coach with big sneakers to fill.Dusty May and the Dallas Mavericks are finalizing a contract for him to make the jump to the NBA, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Monday. The pe...
Key takeaway Dusty May and the Dallas Mavericks are finalizing a contract for him to make the jump to the NBA, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Monday.
Why this matters in Tomball News
The sudden departure of Dusty May from Michigan's basketball program and his impending move to the Dallas Mavericks has significant implications for local college basketball fans in the Houston area. As Michigan's new interim coach, Mike Boynton, takes the reins, his experience as a former Oklahoma State coach and assistant under May will be closely watched. Boynton's ability to recruit top talent, such as Cade Cunningham, will be crucial in convincing current players to stay with the program rather than exploring the transfer portal. The fact that May's departure came just days after winning a national championship and despite having a long-term contract in place, highlights the increasingly fluid nature of college athletics. Local fans will be interested to see how Boynton's leadership style and coaching philosophy will impact the team's performance, and whether he can build on the success achieved under May's tenure.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Michigan, coming off a national championship in basketball, is suddenly searching for a coach with big sneakers to fill.Dusty May and the Dallas Mavericks are finalizing a contract for him to make the jump to the NBA, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Monday. The pe...
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