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Mavericks announce hiring of Dusty May as coach hours before the start of the NBA draft
By Schuyler Dixon, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
The Dallas Mavericks officially announced Dusty May as their new coach just a few hours before entering the NBA draft with the ninth pick on Tuesday night.May is making the jump to the NBA less than three months after leading Michigan to its first NCAA championship since 1989. He had a 64-13 reco...
Key takeaway May is making the jump to the NBA less than three months after leading Michigan to its first NCAA championship since 1989.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The hiring of Dusty May as the new coach of the Dallas Mavericks has significant implications for the team's future, particularly in relation to their upcoming draft picks. With the ninth pick in the NBA draft, the Mavericks have the opportunity to select a talented young player to build around Cooper Flagg, their 2025 No. 1 pick and reigning Rookie of the Year. May's proven track record of developing players and creating a culture of excellence will be crucial in shaping the team's young core. As the Mavericks look to make a splash in the competitive Western Conference, May's ability to build a strong team culture and get the most out of his players will be closely watched by fans in the San Antonio area, who are eager to see how their neighboring team will fare in the upcoming season.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The Dallas Mavericks officially announced Dusty May as their new coach just a few hours before entering the NBA draft with the ninth pick on Tuesday night.May is making the jump to the NBA less than three months after leading Michigan to its first NCAA championship since 1989. He had a 64-13 reco...
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