Brandon McCoy commits to Michigan basketball amid coaching changes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 2:37 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Five-star guard Brandon McCoy Jr. has confirmed his commitment to the Michigan basketball program. He remains with the Wolverines following the departure of head coach Dusty May, who recently became the head coach of the Dallas Mavericks. McCoy, a highly regarded player ranked as the No. 2 shooting guard and No. 10 overall in his class, leads Michigan's 2026 recruiting class. He previously led Sierra Canyon to a California Division I state championship and has demonstrated significant potential as both an offensive and defensive player. Interim coach Mike Boynton Jr. has successfully retained key players from the roster amidst the coaching transition.
- •Brandon McCoy Jr. committed to Michigan during the Final Four.
- •He ranks as the No. 2 shooting guard in the country, per 247 Sports.
- •McCoy led Sierra Canyon to a state title with a 30-1 record.
- •Mike Boynton Jr. is the interim coach for the 2026-27 season.
- •Other key roster members are also expected to remain with the team.
- 2:37 PMYahoo Sports — 5-star Brandon McCoy sticking with Michigan basketball: Report
"Game-changing freshmen are hard to find, but Michigan basketball still has one with guard Brandon McCoy Jr. Mike Boynton Jr.'s roster in great shape.
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