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Mike Boynton Jr. prepares for role as head coach of Michigan Basketball

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 6:00 PM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Mike Boynton Jr. prepares for role as head coach of Michigan Basketball

Summary

Michigan Basketball has appointed Mike Boynton Jr. as its new head coach as of July 28, 2026. Boynton, who previously served as an assistant under Dusty May, credits the last two years for his growth and development. He led Michigan's defense to national acclaim, managing an elite defensive unit. With most of the roster retained, Boynton aims to build on the team's recent successes while hiring additional staff to enhance the offensive approach. He expresses gratitude for the opportunity and eagerness for the challenges ahead.

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By the Numbers

•Mike Boynton Jr. has been named head coach of Michigan Basketball.
•He previously served two years as an assistant under Dusty May.
•Boynton's defense led the nation in efficiency ratings for 2026.
•Michigan retained 13 of 14 players from last season's roster.
•He is implementing changes to enhance the team's offensive strategy.

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6:00 PMYahoo Sports — How the past 2 years prepared Mike Boynton Jr. to succeed as Michigan Basketball’s head coach

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Mike Boynton Jr. has been coaching for decades, but the past two years as an assistant coach in Ann Arbor have prepared him to find success for years to come:
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