Duke's Scheyer declines Mavericks coaching offer, Dusty May hired instead
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 7:04 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Jon Scheyer has turned down an opportunity to coach the Dallas Mavericks, a role that was filled by Dusty May. The Mavericks reportedly pursued Scheyer vigorously over recent weeks, but he chose to remain at Duke. Following the news of May's hiring, Duke's social media account shared a photo of Scheyer in a show of support. May arrives at Dallas after leading Michigan to a national title and a strong record, illustrating the competitive coaching in college basketball.
- •Duke's Jon Scheyer declines Mavericks' head coaching position.
- •Dallas hires Dusty May after extensive search for a coach.
- •Mavericks pursued Scheyer, emphasizing connection with former player Cooper Flagg.
- •May had a successful tenure at Michigan with a national championship.
- •Duke uses social media to celebrate Scheyer's decision to stay.
- 7:04 PMYahoo Sports — Duke trolls Michigan after Jon Scheyer turns down Mavericks before Dusty May hire
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