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Mavericks are hiring national champ coach Dusty May away from Michigan, AP source says
By Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
The Dallas Mavericks and Dusty May of national champion Michigan are finalizing a deal for the coach to make the jump from college to the NBA, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Monday.The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the deal wasn't compl...
Key takeaway The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the deal wasn't compl...
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The hiring of Dusty May by the Dallas Mavericks has significant implications for the local basketball scene in Montgomery County. As the Mavericks' new coach, May will be leading a team with a strong young core, including 2025 No. 1 overall draft pick Cooper Flagg, who will likely be a draw for local fans. With the Mavericks being a major NBA presence in the Houston area, May's coaching style and ability to develop young players will be closely watched by basketball enthusiasts in Magnolia . The fact that May has experience running a program like an NBA team, as noted by former player Yaxel Lendeborg, suggests that he may be well-suited to make a successful transition to the professional league. Local fans will be eager to see how May's coaching philosophy translates to the NBA and how he will shape the Mavericks' roster, including veteran star Kyrie Irving, in the upcoming season.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The Dallas Mavericks and Dusty May of national champion Michigan are finalizing a deal for the coach to make the jump from college to the NBA, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Monday.The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the deal wasn't compl...
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