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Dusty May

Dusty Allan May is an American basketball coach who is the head coach of the Dallas Mavericks of the National Basketball Association (NBA).

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Dusty Allan May is an American basketball coach who is the head coach of the Dallas Mavericks of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He previously served as head coach at Florida Atlantic University and the University of Michigan, winning the 2026 NCAA Division I national championship with Michigan.

Early life and education

Dusty May was born on December 30, 1976, in Indiana. He graduated from Indiana University, where he served as a student manager for the men's basketball team under head coach Bob Knight.

Coaching career

May began his coaching career as an assistant at several programs, including Florida, Louisiana Tech, UAB, Murray State, and Eastern Michigan. He was hired as head coach at Florida Atlantic in 2018, where he led the program to national prominence. In 2024, he became head coach at Michigan, and in 2026 he led the Wolverines to the NCAA Division I national championship.

NBA move

In June 2026, Dusty May was hired as head coach of the Dallas Mavericks, marking his transition from college to the NBA. The move was considered one of the most prominent college-to-NBA coaching hires of the year.

Achievements

May's coaching achievements include leading Florida Atlantic to national prominence and guiding Michigan to the 2026 NCAA championship. He was named the USBWA National Coach of the Year in 2026.

Key facts

  • Hired as head coach of the Dallas Mavericks in June 2026.
  • Led Michigan to the 2026 NCAA Division I men's basketball championship.
  • Coached Florida Atlantic from 2018 to 2024 and Michigan from 2024 to 2026.
  • Worked as an assistant coach at Florida, Louisiana Tech, UAB, Murray State, and Eastern Michigan.
  • Graduate of Indiana University, where he served as a student manager under Bob Knight.
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Frequently asked questions

Who is Dusty May?
Dusty May is an American basketball coach who became head coach of the Dallas Mavericks in 2026 after college coaching stops at Florida Atlantic and Michigan.
What is Dusty May known for?
He is known for leading Michigan to the 2026 NCAA Division I men's basketball championship and for turning Florida Atlantic into a national contender.
Where did Dusty May coach before the NBA?
He was head coach at Florida Atlantic from 2018 to 2024 and at Michigan from 2024 to 2026.
Did Dusty May win a national title?
Yes. He led Michigan to the 2026 NCAA Division I national championship.
Where is Dusty May from?
He is from Indiana and attended Indiana University.

References

  1. University of Michigan Athletics — https://www.mgoblue.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/coaches/dusty-may/6721
    Supports: Full name, coaching roles, Indiana background, 2026 national championship
  2. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/49143856/sources-michigan-dusty-finalizing-deal-coach-mavericks
    Supports: Hiring by the Dallas Mavericks, timeline, prior Michigan role, title context
  3. Associated Press — https://apnews.com/article/mavericks-dusty-may-54842b39ec2871637935cc1e92c57194
    Supports: Dallas Mavericks hiring, May's prior coaching path, Indiana background
  4. Florida Gators Athletics — https://floridagators.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/coaches/dusty-may/724
    Supports: Assistant coaching stint at Florida from 2015 to 2018
  5. Eastern Michigan University Athletics — https://emueagles.com/sports/mens-basketball/roster/coaches/dusty-may/17
    Supports: Early coaching career, Indiana graduation, family details