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Michigan's Dusty May and the Mavericks finalizing head coaching deal
By Trey Francis at KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
DALLAS, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Michigan head coach Dusty May and the Dallas Mavericks are finalizing a deal to make him the next head coach. May is coming off a national championship victory with Michigan after defeating UConn. May replaces Jason Kidd, who led the Mavs for five seasons. Kidd took th...
Key takeaway May replaces Jason Kidd, who led the Mavs for five seasons.
Why this matters in The Midland
The Dallas Mavericks' impending hire of Dusty May as their new head coach may have Midland basketball fans wondering if this change will bring any local impact. Although the Mavericks are based in the larger Dallas metropolitan area, their reach extends to the Permian Basin, where they have a significant following. As May takes the reins, locals will be watching to see if his coaching style and national championship pedigree can translate to success on the court. With the Mavericks being a prominent NBA team in Texas, their performance can have a ripple effect on the state's basketball landscape, potentially influencing youth basketball programs and inspiring young players in Midland and surrounding areas. The community may also be interested in seeing if May's arrival will lead to any increased engagement or outreach efforts by the Mavericks in the Permian Basin region.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) ·
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What is this story about? DALLAS, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) - Michigan head coach Dusty May and the Dallas Mavericks are finalizing a deal to make him the next head coach. May is coming off a national championship victory with Michigan after defeating UConn. May replaces Jason Kidd, who led the Mavs for five seasons. Kidd took th...
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