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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 / 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 The Pearland
The hiring of Dusty May as the new coach of the Dallas Mavericks has significant implications for the local basketball scene in the Houston area. As the Mavericks prepare for the NBA draft, fans in Pearland and surrounding communities will be watching closely to see how May's coaching style and experience will shape the team's future. With the Mavericks holding multiple draft picks, including the ninth and 30th overall selections, May will have the opportunity to build a strong roster around young players like Cooper Flagg. The success of the Mavericks under May's leadership could also impact the local sports landscape, potentially drawing more fans to the team and increasing interest in basketball throughout the region. As May makes the transition from college to the NBA, his ability to develop players and create a winning culture will be closely watched by fans and observers in the Houston area.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / 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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