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Dusty May Joins Mavericks, Warde Manuel Named Interim Coach

7/1/2026

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Dusty May Departs

Dusty May left Michigan for the Dallas Mavericks and Warde Manuel was appointed interim coach.
The move leaked an hour before a June 22 meeting at 11:30, where Manuel addressed the team.
Sophomore guard Trey McKenney (9.9 ppg) texted his father the news and pledged to return for 2026-27.
Elliot Cadeau, transfer Moustapha Thiam and McKenney all said they will stay, while Boynton expects only one or two freshmen may leave.

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Thiam Attracts Interest

Michigan players can enter the transfer portal for 15 days starting July 24, with the deadline moving five days later if a permanent coach is hired.
Moustapha Thiam, the No. 13 overall prospect and No. 3 center, averaged 12.8 points, 7.1 rebounds and 50 blocks at Cincinnati.
Kansas, Michigan State, UConn and St. John’s have expressed interest in Thiam.
Dusty May said Thiam protects the rim, rebounds and runs the floor.

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Dusty May Departs

Dusty May left Michigan for the Dallas Mavericks and Warde Manuel was appointed interim coach.
The move leaked an hour before a June 22 meeting at 11:30, where Manuel addressed the team.
Sophomore guard Trey McKenney (9.9 ppg) texted his father the news and pledged to return for 2026-27.
Elliot Cadeau, transfer Moustapha Thiam and McKenney all said they will stay, while Boynton expects only one or two freshmen may leave.

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