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Dylan Murphy joins Michigan as assistant coach after G League tenure

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 4:00 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Dylan Murphy joins Michigan as assistant coach after G League tenure

Summary

Dylan Murphy has transitioned from coaching in the NBA G League with the Osceola Magic to becoming an assistant coach for Michigan men's basketball as of August 5, 2026. He spent the last three seasons with the Magic, achieving notable playoff success. Murphy's familiarity with former Wolverines in the G League influenced his decision to join Michigan, as he received positive feedback about the program. He aims to integrate his player development philosophy with Michigan's established culture and coaching style, aligning closely with his previous experiences in the professional realm.

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Key Details

•Murphy coached the Osceola Magic, leading them to three playoff berths.
•He was influenced by positive feedback from former Wolverines.
•Murphy noted similarities between NBA and Michigan's coaching styles.
•His focus is on player strengths in development.
•Murphy's previous teams include the Atlanta Hawks and Fort Wayne Mad Ants.

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4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Dylan Murphy’s outlook on the transition from NBA G League to Michigan assistant coach

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New Michigan men’s basketball assistant coach Dylan Murphy spoke on the Defend the Block podcast about his transition from the G League and much more:
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