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Dusty May to leave Michigan to become head coach of the Dallas Mavericks
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
By Dana O’Neil, CNN
(CNN) — Dusty May, who coached Michigan’s men’s basketball team to a national title in April, is leaving the school to become the next head coach of the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks, according to a source close to the program.
May leaves Ann Arbor after two seasons with a 64-13 ...
Key takeaway May leaves Ann Arbor after two seasons with a 64-13 ...
Why this matters in The El Paso
The departure of Dusty May from Michigan to the Dallas Mavericks may have implications for local basketball fans in El Paso , particularly those who follow NCAA teams and their coaching staffs. As a border city with a strong affinity for sports, El Paso residents often keep a close eye on coaching changes and their potential effects on regional teams. Although May's move to the Mavericks is an NBA development, it could influence the college basketball landscape, potentially affecting teams that compete against the University of Texas at El Paso or New Mexico State University. El Pasoans may be interested in seeing how May's successor at Michigan performs and whether the coaching change has a ripple effect on college basketball in the region. The city's sports enthusiasts will likely be watching to see how this change plays out and its potential impact on local teams and their chances in future tournaments.
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Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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(CNN) — Dusty May, who coached Michigan’s men’s basketball team to a national title in April, is leaving the school to become the next head coach of the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks, according to a source close to the program.
May leaves Ann Arbor after two seasons with a 64-13 ...
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