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Mavericks are hiring national champ coach Dusty May away from Michigan, AP source says
By SCHUYLER DIXON, Associated Press at KXAN (NBC Austin) - All Stories
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
DALLAS (AP) — 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 de...
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Why this matters in The Barton Creek
The potential hiring of Dusty May by the Dallas Mavericks has implications for basketball fans in the Austin area, particularly those who follow the University of Texas men's team. As May leaves his position at Michigan, it may create a ripple effect in the college basketball coaching landscape, potentially influencing hiring decisions at other Big 12 schools, including UT. Locals who closely follow the Texas Longhorns may be interested in seeing how this coaching change affects the team's recruiting and competitive standing in the conference. Additionally, with the Mavericks' proximity to Austin, some fans in the Barton Creek area may be eager to see how May's coaching style translates to the NBA and whether it will draw more attention to professional basketball in the region. The move could also lead to increased interest in Mavericks games among local fans, potentially boosting attendance at away games in Austin.
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Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - All Stories ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? DALLAS (AP) — 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 de...
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