Michigan basketball coach Mike Boynton Jr. secures two-year contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 2:21 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Mike Boynton Jr. has signed a two-year contract worth $7.6 million with Michigan basketball, announced on July 8. Only the first year is guaranteed at $3.6 million, with performance criteria needed to secure the second year at $4 million. Boynton must ensure no NCAA violations, maintain academic eligibility for players, and achieve specific team milestones, including 24 regular-season wins. Athletic director Warde Manuel emphasizes that the contract allows Boynton to demonstrate his capabilities. Boynton previously served as the top assistant and interim head coach after Dusty May's departure to the NBA.
- •Boynton's contract runs through April 30, 2027.
- •He must meet academic and team performance benchmarks to secure his second year.
- •Contract includes potential bonuses for championships and awards.
- •Boynton previously led Oklahoma State as head coach from 2017 to 2024.
- 2:21 AMYahoo Sports — Here are contract details for Michigan basketball coach Mike Boynton Jr.
"Only the first year of Mike Boynton Jr.'s two-year contract is guaranteed. There are certain criteria he’ll need to meet to get a second year.
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