Masai Ujiri discusses Dusty May's hire as Mavs coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 12:06 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Masai Ujiri commented on the hiring of Dusty May as coach of the Mavericks during a recent interview. Ujiri noted that many coaching concepts from college basketball translate well to the professional level, especially with the evolving of college basketball due to NIL. He observed May's capabilities at a pre-draft camp in Chicago and emphasized the importance of adapting to the modern game. The Mavericks now look to integrate May's approach as they enter the offseason.
- •Masai Ujiri spoke about Dusty May's hiring as Mavericks coach.
- •Ujiri believes college strategies can translate to the NBA.
- •He observed May's work at a Chicago pre-draft camp.
- •The Mavericks are preparing for their offseason with May.
- •NIL changes are impacting coaching dynamics in college basketball.
- 12:06 AMYahoo Sports — Masai Ujiri on hiring Dusty May: Many things translate from college to the pros
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