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Mavs hire Dusty May just in time for NBA draft, then pick one of the coach's Michigan players
By Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 23, 2026
· 4 min read
The Dallas Mavericks lured Dusty May away from national champion Michigan just in time for the NBA draft.Then they selected one of their new coach's players with the No. 9 overall pick in the first round Tuesday night.“The Michigan Mavs,” forward/center Morez Johnson Jr. said moments after the se...
Key takeaway said moments after the selection was announced in New York — and less than two hours after Mavericks president of basketball operations Masai Ujiri said he wasn't concerned about the timing of May's hiring as it related to the draft.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The hiring of Dusty May as the new coach of the Dallas Mavericks has significant implications for the local sports landscape in Montgomery County. As the Mavericks look to build around young talent like Cooper Flagg, May's ability to develop players and create a winning culture will be crucial in attracting and retaining top talent in the region. With the Mavericks holding multiple picks in the NBA draft, including the ninth pick, May's influence on the team's draft strategy will be closely watched by local fans. The fact that May has a proven track record of success in the college ranks, including a recent NCAA championship with Michigan, will likely generate excitement among basketball enthusiasts in the Houston area, including those in Magnolia . As the Mavericks look to compete with other top teams in the NBA, May's leadership will be a key factor in determining the team's success, and local fans will be eager to see how he performs in his new role.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? The Dallas Mavericks lured Dusty May away from national champion Michigan just in time for the NBA draft.Then they selected one of their new coach's players with the No. 9 overall pick in the first round Tuesday night.“The Michigan Mavs,” forward/center Morez Johnson Jr. said moments after the se...
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