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Dusty May faces Erik Spoelstra as Mavericks coach in Miami

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Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Dusty May faces Erik Spoelstra as Mavericks coach in Miami

Summary

Erik Spoelstra and the Miami Heat hosted Dusty May and the Dallas Mavericks at Kaseya Center. The matchup highlighted the bond formed between Spoelstra and May over the years, particularly since May's success with Florida Atlantic University, culminating in a championship at Michigan. They have been connected through the Heat organization, with May working closely with Spoelstra during training camps. May, who has taken on the role as Mavericks coach, expressed gratitude for his diverse coaching experiences while acknowledging the Heat's stability under Spoelstra.

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By the Numbers

•Dusty May previously coached at FAU before joining the Mavericks.
•Erik Spoelstra and May share a mentor-protege relationship.
•May hired his son and former Heat staff to strengthen Mavericks.
•The matchup took place at Kaseya Center in Miami.
•Both coaches emphasize respect and learning from each other.

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10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Ira Winderman: The Boca bond endures between Heat, Erik Spoelstra, Dusty May

What they're saying

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MIAMI — Erik Spoelstra has had similar moments before, coaching against a mentor in Stan Van Gundy and against a protege in David Fizdale. But Monday at Kaseya Center was different. No, Dusty May never coached alongside Erik Spoelstra and, yet, as with many coaches in South Florida during Spoelstra’s 19-year tenure as Heat coach, a bond was forged. It was, in fact, just three years ago that ...
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