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		<pubDate>Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:11:08 -0400</pubDate>
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					<![CDATA[Michigan Removes Interim Tag Off Mike Boynton 2 Weeks After Dusty May's Departure]]>
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				    <![CDATA[Mike Boynton wasn't Michigan's interim coach for long.]]>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:42:24 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[Michigan has agreed to a two-year contract with men's basketball coach Mike Boynton, removing the interim tag he was given after Dusty May left to lead the NBA's Dallas Mavericks. Athletic director Warde Manuel announced the move on Friday, going for some continuity on the coaching staff for the defending national champions. "Mike is a veteran assistant with strong head coaching experience and a clear understanding of the standard we expect at Michigan," Manuel said. "Over the past two seasons, he has been an invaluable member of our staff, bringing stability, leadership and perspective during an important period of success. "Our players and staff believe in his vision, are committed to his leadership and are excited for the opportunity to pursue great success together this season." Boynton has been able to help the Wolverines retain their roster, which includes nine newcomers. "I’m grateful to Warde for his confidence and thankful for the opportunity to lead this program," Boynton said. "We have built a championship culture and a standard that everyone associated with this program takes great pride in. We have an outstanding group of players, and I’m excited to get to work and continue the success we’ve established together." Boynton was 119-109 over seven seasons at Oklahoma State, which fired him two years ago. He recruited Cade Cunningham to play for the Cowboys in 2020 even though they were facing NCAA penalties from rule violations under a former assistant coach. "Coach Boynton has had a huge impact on my life," Cunningham said. "He believed in me, trusted me and pushed me to become the best version of myself. I’m incredibly happy for him and his family because I know how much this opportunity means to all of them. Michigan is getting an outstanding coach, but even more importantly, they’re getting an incredible person." May said during the NCAA Tournament that his top assistant should get another chance to lead a program and added to his endorsement on Friday. "You couldn’t ask for a better person to lead Michigan basketball," May said. "Mike has poured everything he has into this program from the day he got here. He’s an outstanding coach, an even better person, and our players believe in him because they see the work he puts in every single day." The 44-year-old Boynton, who is from New York, previously was an assistant with the Cowboys and Stephen F. Austin under current Illinois coach Brad Underwood. Former Michigan coach John Beilein endorsed Boynton’s hiring. "He absolutely is the right guy at the right time to become the next head men’s basketball coach at Michigan," Beilein said. Manuel hired May away from Florida Atlantic in 2024 and he quickly turned around a program that lost a school-record 24 games two years ago, leading to former Fab Five player Juwan Howard getting fired. Reporting by The Associated Press.]]>
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					<![CDATA[LeBron James Next Team Odds: Cavaliers Favored; Heat, Warriors In Mix]]>
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				    <![CDATA[LeBron James has taken his final bow as a Laker. Could he be heading back to where it all started? Here are the odds for King James' next team.]]>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 13:23:21 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[Back in January, the odds that King James would retire before the beginning of the 2026-27 season were slightly longer than the odds that he would give it another go. But as of now, it looks like LeBron will, in fact, give it another go but with a team other than the Lakers. Here are the latest odds for where James could land next season at Oddschecker.com as of July 9. This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX Sports may be compensated. Read more about Sports Betting on FOX Sports. LeBron James Next Team OddsCleveland Cavaliers: +113 (bet $10 to win $21.30 total)Miami Heat: +355 (bet $10 to win $45.50 total)Golden State Warriors: +456 (bet $10 to win $55.60 total)Philadelphia 76ers: +809 (bet $10 to win $90.90 total)Minnesota Timberwolves: +3233 (bet $10 to win $333.30 total)Stays with Lakers/Retires: +4900 (bet $10 to win $500 total) NBA free agency began on June 30 at 6 p.m. ET. However, hours before its official start, LeBron James' agent, Rich Paul, made a jaw-dropping announcement. Paul notified the Lakers that the franchise could move on without LeBron because he plans to play elsewhere for the 2026-27 season. James played for the organization for eight years — the longest he's played for any other team. While in L.A., King James broke the all-time scoring record, won an NBA title and earned his fourth NBA Finals MVP. The imprint he's left on the league in his more than 20 years has been immeasurable. In addition to his tenure in Los Angeles, he's played for the Cavaliers and the Heat, winning titles with all three franchises. He won Rookie of the Year, has four regular-season MVPs and is a 22-time All-Star. James has averaged 26.8 points, 7.5 boards and 7.4 assists over the course of his career. During the 2025-26 season, he helped lead the Lakers to a 53-29 record in the regular season. The team secured the No. 4 seed in the Western Conference and defeated Houston 4-2 in the first round. Eventually, Los Angeles got bounced by Oklahoma City in the conference semifinals, 4-0, which marked LeBron's last dance in Hollywood.]]>
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					<![CDATA[Folarin Balogun Explains Tribute To 'Absolute Megastar' LeBron James]]>
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				    <![CDATA[Before Folarin Balogun's night was shrouded by the controversy surrounding his red card, the United States men's national team striker was the center of attention for a different reason: his goal celebration.]]>
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				<pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 07:20:56 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[Before Folarin Balogun's night was shrouded by the controversy surrounding his red card, the United States men's national team striker was the center of attention for a different reason: his goal celebration. In the 45th minute of the United States' round of 32 match against Bosnia and Herzegovina at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium on Wednesday, Balogun scored to put the U.S. up 1-0 and celebrated by doing NBA star LeBron James' famous celebration, "The Silencer." Balogun wasn't able to explain the celebration — or the reception — after Wednesday's match, so he gave our own Jenny Taft the inside scoop when they spoke at training on Friday. "Everyone knows the impact LeBron has," Balogun said. "He’s an absolute megastar. I just wanted to just bridge the gap and bring everyone together: the basketball community, the soccer community. "We’re all just athletes trying to do the same thing: create history for our country. So, that was a bit of backstory behind the celebration, and for him to reach out was crazy." James, who is a free agent after he announced his decision to leave the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday, responded to our post of Balogun's goal celebration on X and shouted out the 25-year-old striker. Balogun didn't believe it was real. "I just saw the tweet like you guys," Balogun said. "It was just surreal. I didn’t even think it was real — you never know with AI. I got told it was real, and I was very proud." Balogun will not be available for the United States' round of 16 match against Belgium on Monday at Seattle Stadium after FIFA confirmed on Friday that he will have to serve his automatic one-match suspension for his red card. The referee's decision, which Balogun described as "unjust" on Friday, drew criticism from some of the biggest stars in the world, including Kansas City Chiefs superstar quarterback Patrick Mahomes and NBA legend Dirk Nowitzki. For Balogun it's just a sign of the support the team has. "Before this tournament, we wanted to set out and bring the country together, and I feel like we’re doing that," Balogun said.]]>
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					<![CDATA[2026-27 NBA Finals Odds: Spurs Favored; 76ers Rise After Landing Brown]]>
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				    <![CDATA[See the updated NBA title odds now that the Celtics have traded away one of their franchise cornerstones.]]>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 22:36:26 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[For the first time in a long time, the Knicks are NBA champions. But as we all know, the NBA news cycle moves quickly, especially in the summer. Here are the odds for who will win the 2026-27 NBA title as of June 23, now that the biggest trades of the offseason have already happened. This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX Sports may be compensated. Read more about Sports Betting on FOX Sports. 2026-27 NBA Finals winner Spurs: +230 (bet $10 to win $33 total)Thunder: +250 (bet $10 to win $35 total)Knicks: +850 (bet $10 to win $95 total)Celtics: +1300 (bet $10 to win $140 total) 76ers: +2000 (bet $10 to win $210 total) Nuggets: +2200 (bet $10 to win $230 total)Pistons: +2200 (bet $10 to win $230 total)Raptors: +2200 (bet $10 to win $230 total) Wolves: +2700 (bet $10 to win $280 total) Cavaliers: +2700 (bet $10 to win $280 total)Heat: +3000 (bet $10 to win $310 total) Warriors: +4000 (bet $10 to win $410 total)Rockets: +4000 (bet $10 to win $410 total)Pacers: +4000 (bet $10 to win $410 total)Lakers: +4500 (bet $10 to win $460 total) Hawks: +6000 (bet $10 to win $610 total)Magic: +7500 (bet $10 to win $760 total)Blazers: +7500 (bet $10 to win $760 total) Hornets: +10000 (bet $10 to win $1,010 total) Suns: +10000 (bet $10 to win $1,010 total)Jazz: +20000 (bet $10 to win $2,010 total)Wizards: +22500 (bet $10 to win $2,260 total)Mavericks: +25000 (bet $10 to win $2,510 total)Pelicans: +35000 (bet $10 to win $3,510 total)Clippers: +40000 (bet $10 to win $4,010 total) Bucks: +75000 (bet $10 to win $7,510 total)Nets: +75000 (bet $10 to win $7,510 total)Grizzlies: +75000 (bet $10 to win $7,510 total)Bulls: +75000 (bet $10 to win $7,510 total)Kings: +75000 (bet $10 to win $7,510 total) Here's what to know about this oddsboard: Making Waves: After the Finals concluded, Miami opened at +4000 to win it all. Then, it landed Giannis Antetokounmpo in a blockbuster trade a day before the NBA Draft, and moved to fifth on the board, ahead of the Nuggets, Pistons, Lakers, Cavaliers and others. Quite the jump. However, in NBA years, that was ages ago, and Miami is back to +3000, 11th on the board. Why? Presumably due to other big trades that have gone down. For instance, on Wednesday, the 76ers traded a package of Paul George and picks to the Celtics for Jaylen Brown, and now, Philly is fifth on the board at +2000, after sitting at +6500 on June 23. Boston, which was the +600 third choice on June 23, is now the fourth choice at +1300. The Raptors also made a leap after acquiring Kawhi Leonard via trade, moving from +10000 on June 23 to +2200 as of July 1. The Defending Champs: Wow. The last time the Knicks won an NBA title was 53 years ago. That losing streak is now over. New York dispatched of San Antonio in five games, and finished this postseason winning 15 of its last 16 games, going 16-3 overall. Can you believe it? Jalen Brunson was named Finals MVP after putting up a crucial 45 points in Game 5. The early oddsboard gives New York the fourth-shortest odds to go back-to-back. The Favorites: The Spurs made the Finals in Victor Wembanyama's first playoff appearance, beating the former defending champion Thunder in the Western Conference finals — and now, those two teams are atop the oddsboard to win it all next year. OKC was the title favorite all of this past season, but fell at home in Game 7 of the West finals to the up-and-coming Spurs. Those two teams are expected to battle it out in the West again next year.]]>
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					<![CDATA[Best NBA Betting Sites 2026: Top Sportsbooks & Bonuses]]>
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				    <![CDATA[Discover the best NBA betting sites in 2026. Compare trusted sportsbooks, welcome bonuses, live betting options, and futures odds for basketball fans.]]>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:00:58 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners. If you sign up or place a wager, FOX Sports may be compensated. Read more about Sports Betting on FOX Sports. The best NBA betting sites combine deep market coverage, sharp odds, polished apps, and welcome bonuses worth claiming. Below you will find the top NBA sportsbooks, current promo offers, a breakdown of every NBA betting market, and a step-by-step guide to placing your first wager. Every site listed is licensed in multiple U.S. states and meets FOX Sports standards for responsible operator selection. Best NBA Sportsbook Promos for July 2026 Every major sportsbook runs unique welcome promos for new customers. Find the full list of current operator-by-operator offers in our roundup of the best sportsbook promos. FanDuel NBA Betting Site FanDuel pairs the highest-rated app in the U.S. sportsbook market with NBA data sourced through its long-term Sportradar partnership. The result is fast, accurate live odds and one of the deepest same game parlay builders on basketball. FanDuel runs frequent NBA odds boosts, no sweat SGP offers, and bet-to-watch promos throughout the season. Claim the FanDuel welcome offer here, or read more in our FanDuel promo code guide. DraftKings NBA Betting Site DraftKings is an authorized NBA betting partner with one of the widest selections of player props in the industry. The same game parlay builder lets bettors stack props across multiple players, and futures coverage runs from championship odds to niche award markets. DraftKings rolls out new NBA odds boosts and SGP profit boosts almost daily during the playoffs. Sign up for the DraftKings welcome offer, or read more in our DraftKings promo code guide. BetMGM NBA Betting Site BetMGM has an official NBA partnership that gives it access to league optical tracking data, which powers advanced player props and live markets you will not find at every book. The win-loss safety net welcome offer is one of the largest in the market. BetMGM frequently runs parlay insurance, odds boosts, and rewards-tied NBA promotions. Claim the BetMGM welcome offer, or read more in our BetMGM promo code guide. Caesars NBA Betting Site Caesars Sportsbook is an official NBA betting partner with a long history in U.S. sports wagering and tight integration with the Caesars Rewards loyalty program. The FireBets feature surfaces the most popular wagers across the customer base in real time. Caesars regularly offers odds boosts, parlay insurance, and exclusive promo code drops during NBA marquee dates. Claim the Caesars welcome offer, or read more in our Caesars Sportsbook promo code guide. bet365 NBA Betting Site bet365 brings its global betting expertise to U.S. NBA bettors with one of the fastest live betting interfaces on the market. The Early Payout offer settles NBA moneyline bets early when the team you backed leads by 20 or more points, regardless of the final score. bet365 publishes new NBA odds boosts and SGP profit boosts throughout the regular season and playoffs. Claim the bet365 welcome offer, or read more in our bet365 promo code guide. Fanatics Sportsbook NBA Betting Site Fanatics is a mobile-first sportsbook with a loyalty program that turns every NBA wager into FanCash, which can be redeemed for bonus bets or for Fanatics retail merchandise. Market depth has grown quickly since launch. Fanatics tops up FanCash through daily playoff promos and stacked bet match offers. Claim the Fanatics welcome offer, or read more in our Fanatics promo code guide. Hard Rock Bet NBA Betting Site Hard Rock Bet is the exclusive online sportsbook in Florida and is expanding across additional U.S. markets. The app ties directly into the Hard Rock loyalty ecosystem, letting bettors earn comps usable at hotels, casinos, and music venues. Hard Rock Bet runs frequent NBA odds boosts and bonus bet drops during the playoffs. Claim the Hard Rock Bet welcome offer, or read more in our Hard Rock Bet promo code guide. theScore Bet NBA Betting Site theScore Bet is operated by Penn Entertainment and pairs with theScore mobile app, which is one of the most widely downloaded sports news apps in North America. The integration delivers a near-seamless flow from box scores and headlines into a live betting slip. theScore Bet runs NBA odds boosts and parlay insurance throughout the season. Read more in our theScore Bet promo code guide. How We Rank the Best NBA Betting Sites Not every sportsbook treats the NBA the same way. Some run their basketball markets deeper than others, and some apps are clearly built for football first and adapted for everything else. Our NBA rankings weigh the following factors: All eight sportsbooks above clear each of those checks. The order reflects our editorial judgment on which operator performs best for NBA-specific use cases at the time of writing. NBA Betting Markets Explained NBA betting markets are deeper than almost any other sport on a U.S. sportsbook. The National Basketball Association plays 1,230 regular season games before a four-round playoff bracket, which gives operators years of data to build out granular wager types. Here are the markets you will see on every game. Point Spread A point spread is a handicap placed on the favored team to even the matchup. The favorite must win by more than the spread, while the underdog can either win outright or lose by fewer points than the spread. Totals (Over/Under) A totals bet is a wager on whether the combined score of both teams will land over or under the number set by the sportsbook. Moneyline A moneyline bet is a straight wager on which team will win the game outright, no spread involved. Player Props Player prop bets focus on individual player performance. The NBA produces more prop volume than any other sport because every box score line generates a market. Same Game Parlays A same game parlay combines two or more wagers from a single game into one ticket. Every leg must win for the parlay to cash, and the payout grows with each leg added. Quarter and Half Lines Sportsbooks post separate spreads, totals, and moneylines for the first half, second half, and individual quarters. Quarter lines are popular among bettors who track tempo and rotation patterns. Team Totals Team totals are over/under bets on the points scored by a single team rather than the combined score. Alternate Lines Alternate spreads, totals, and player prop lines let bettors move the number up or down for adjusted odds. Useful when the standard line is too tight or too loose. Live and In-Game Markets Live betting markets update in real time during the game. Every operator above offers live NBA wagering with cash-out functionality. Futures Futures are long-term wagers on outcomes decided over weeks or months rather than a single game. NBA Futures and Season-Long Bets Futures markets cover outcomes that resolve at the end of the season or playoffs. They tie up funds for weeks or months but can deliver outsized payouts on longshots, and they let bettors stay engaged across the full NBA calendar. The most popular NBA futures markets include: Futures open before the season and update continuously as teams over- or under-perform. Playoff futures often offer the sharpest pricing of the year. For a deeper guide to long-term wagers, read our how to bet futures guide. NBA Live Betting Sites and Markets Live betting, also called in-game wagering, lets bettors place wagers while a game is in progress with odds that update in real time. The NBA's pace, frequent scoring runs, and momentum swings make it one of the most active sports for live markets in U.S. sportsbooks. Common live betting examples include: Top sportsbooks for NBA live betting: Live odds can shift before a bet confirms, so reaction speed matters. Having two or three apps installed lets bettors compare in-game prices. For a full primer, read our live betting guide. Best NBA Betting Apps for Mobile Mobile betting is essential for NBA fans because in-game odds shift faster than any pre-game line. The best betting apps let bettors react to runs, foul trouble, and rotation changes in real time. Here are our category awards. App store ratings: How to Bet on the NBA Placing your first NBA wager takes about five minutes from account creation to bet slip. Here is the standard flow at every legal U.S. sportsbook. Common NBA Betting Mistakes Even experienced bettors give back value on the same recurring errors. Here are the most common ones in NBA wagering. Responsible Gambling Sports betting should be entertainment, not a source of stress. If wagering is affecting your finances, relationships, or mental health, free and confidential support is available. Every sportsbook listed in this guide offers deposit limits, time-out tools, and self-exclusion options inside the app. Use them if you need to. NBA Betting FAQs Which sportsbook has the best NBA odds? No single book wins every NBA line. FanDuel, DraftKings, and bet365 generally post the sharpest pre-game spreads and totals, while BetMGM and Caesars often lead on alternate player prop markets. Most serious NBA bettors keep two or three apps installed and shop the line each night. Are NBA betting sites legal in my state? Online sports betting is legal and live in more than 30 U.S. states as of 2026. Each operator in this guide lists eligible states inside its app, and every wager is geolocated at the moment it is placed. You must be physically inside a legal state and at least 21 years old to register and bet. What is a same game parlay in NBA betting? A same game parlay combines two or more wagers from a single NBA game into one ticket. Every leg must win for the parlay to cash, and the payout grows with each added leg. SGPs are the highest-volume bet type at most U.S. operators because they pair small stakes with large upside. For more, see our same game parlay guide. Can I bet on NBA games live? Yes. Every sportsbook listed above offers live in-game NBA betting with odds that update in real time. bet365 and FanDuel are widely considered the strongest live betting apps for basketball, with the fastest line updates and the deepest in-play menus. What are the most popular NBA player props? Points, rebounds, and assists are the highest-volume NBA player prop markets, followed by three-pointers made and the combined points-plus-rebounds-plus-assists market (PRA). Sportsbooks also post double-double and triple-double yes/no markets for star players. When do NBA futures markets open? Championship, conference, and MVP futures open within 24 hours of the previous season ending and stay open until the relevant market resolves. Regular season win total over/unders post in late summer, usually about six weeks before opening night. What is the best NBA welcome bonus right now? The largest potential upside currently belongs to BetMGM, which returns up to $1,500 in bonus bets if your first wager loses, plus a $50 reward bonus. The easiest offer to complete is DraftKings, which delivers $200 in bonus bets instantly on any $5 first wager regardless of outcome. The best win-or-lose offer is bet365, which pays $150 in bonus bets whether your first bet wins or loses. Can I bet on the NBA Finals? Yes. Every sportsbook listed above offers full NBA Finals coverage, including series price, exact series outcome, Finals MVP, and game-by-game spreads, totals, props, and same game parlays. Futures markets on the championship winner stay open until the trophy is awarded.]]>
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					<![CDATA[What Dusty May's Stunning Exit Means For Michigan Basketball]]>
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				    <![CDATA[Even after Dusty May’s departure, Michigan has the roster and infrastructure to remain a national contender — a testament to the foundation he built in two seasons.]]>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 19:08:34 -0400</pubDate>
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				    <![CDATA[When the following social media post hit people’s timelines at 5:29 p.m. on April 5, the night before Michigan would appear in the national championship game against UConn, anxious Wolverines fans exhaled: "Sources:" ESPN college sports insider Pete Thamel wrote, "Dusty May has informed Michigan officials that he’s not pursuing any college basketball jobs. … May had been an initial target at North Carolina, but that never materialized because of Michigan advancing in the NCAA Tournament." By then, rumors and speculation surrounding May’s potential candidacy at North Carolina, considered by many to be the most enticing job in college basketball, were running rampant following the Tar Heels’ dismissal of head coach Hubert Davis. In just two seasons at Michigan, where May inherited a mucky mess from predecessor Juwan Howard, he’d lifted the Wolverines to incredible heights: twenty-seven victories and a trip to the Sweet 16 in his debut campaign, followed by a Big Ten regular-season title and a national championship while setting a school record with 37 wins in Year 2. May accomplished all of this while embracing NIL, the transfer portal, analytics and NBA-style roster construction, a formula that only enhanced his standing across the sport. He was, at 49 years old, seen by many as the ideal modern coach, someone capable of sustaining Michigan’s success to a dynastical degree. A week later, during the Wolverines’ banner-raising ceremony at Crisler Center, athletic director Warde Manuel told The Athletic he believed May will "be the leader of this basketball team for many years to come." Manuel added the two sides had agreed on a contract extension designed to keep May at Michigan for the foreseeable future, though nothing had been officially signed. Still, the forcefulness of Manuel's comments — he said the contract would be on May’s desk by the following weekend — quelled some of the lingering concerns. But on Monday morning came the stunning news that May was finalizing a deal to become head coach of the Dallas Mavericks, leaving one of the most coveted jobs in college basketball at an unusual time in the calendar for a chance to compete at the sport’s highest level. Rather than pursuing a second consecutive national championship at Michigan, May will take over a rebuilding franchise that bid farewell to All-NBA guard Luka Dončić partway through the 2025 season and has since replaced him with former Duke star Cooper Flagg — the No. 1 overall pick last summer and the league’s reigning Rookie of the Year. The Mavericks also have two more first-round selections in this week’s NBA Draft, one of which falls in the top 10. May’s replacement, at least temporarily, will be current Michigan assistant Mike Boynton Jr., according to additional reporting from ESPN. Boynton was the Wolverines’ defensive coordinator the last two years and was previously the head coach at Oklahoma State from 2017-24, guiding the Cowboys to one NCAA Tournament appearance and two trips to the NIT. He’s expected to be named interim coach for the upcoming season in an effort to preserve a roster that includes the nation’s No. 4 high school recruiting class and the No. 12 transfer haul. Michigan’s players will be given a 15-day window to enter the transfer portal that begins five days after May’s replacement is hired or publicly announced. For such a jaw-dropping move to take place during the third week of June, by which time most programs have already begun their summer workouts, is merely the latest reminder that stability in collegiate athletics no longer exists — even after winning a national championship. Instead, May becomes the first college coach to leave for an equivalent role in the NBA since former Michigan head coach John Beilein was hired by the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2019. He’s also the first coach to walk away after cutting down the nets since Larry Brown departed Kansas in 1988 for a return to the pros. Perhaps the warning signs were there all along. Or at least since Thamel’s carefully worded message entered the discourse in early April, the one specifying that May wouldn’t pursue other college basketball jobs but made no mention of how he’d respond to interest from the NBA. Such a unique syntactical choice — coupled with the fact that May’s contract extension remains unsigned — feels like a set of clues that were largely overlooked amid the good vibes and wishful thinking sparked by Michigan’s first national championship in nearly 40 years. It’s easy to understand why fans would have trouble picturing someone like May walking away from a program that is so well-positioned for lasting success in the modern era. But with the modernization of collegiate athletics has come a tediousness in the coaching profession that never used to exist. There’s a constant turning of the hamster wheel in an industry where nothing about the system can sustain. Rosters are churning like never before. Player compensation soars on an annual basis. Whichever rules actually remain are difficult to understand and even harder to enforce. Imagine telling Dean Smith or Mike Krzyzewski that they’d be learning the names of local judges. Who can really blame May for bailing on the blur? And yet, somewhat paradoxically, the aggressiveness of Michigan’s transformation under May means the infrastructure is there for the Wolverines to remain among college basketball’s elite. He radicalized everything from practice habits and player acquisition to fundraising and on-court philosophy, all of which could be largely maintained with Boynton in charge. Not only are the Wolverines loaded with talent for the 2026-27 campaign — pending the success of Boynton’s retention efforts — but there are only a handful of teams around the country that can match Michigan’s financial commitment year over year. An assembly line of high-level transfers-turned-pros from the last two seasons is all the proof recruits should need. Which is why, even after Monday’s shocking news, Michigan’s reputation should continue to swell in the coming days when three of May’s former players are drafted: Yaxel Lendeborg, Aday Mara and Morez Johnson Jr., all of whom are projected first-round picks. Together, they entrusted May with their development and won a national championship because of it, dominating the sport on both ends of the floor. There's little question that they'd vouch for the quality of program he's leaving behind. With or without May, the Wolverines have pieces in place that suggest they'll be fine. And that's a credit to everything he built across two seasons Michigan fans will never forget.]]>
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