Mavericks draft Aday Mara after hiring coach Dusty May from Michigan
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 3:19 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
The Dallas Mavericks hired Dusty May as their new head coach ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft. May, who led Michigan to a national title, is expected to impact the Mavericks' draft strategy. The team holds the No. 9 pick and is projected to select Aday Mara, a former Michigan player known for his shot-blocking skills. There are talks of the Mavericks potentially trading down with the Oklahoma City Thunder, who possess the 12th and 17th picks. The draft will take place on Tuesday night.
- •Dusty May hired as Mavericks' head coach.
- •Mavericks hold the No. 9 pick for the draft.
- •Aday Mara projected to be selected by Dallas.
- •Mavericks may trade down with the Thunder.
- •May led Michigan to a national championship.
- 3:19 PMCBS Sports — 2026 NBA Mock Draft: After hiring Michigan's Dusty May, Mavericks take former Wolverines star Aday Mara
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