Morez Johnson Jr. encourages Dusty May to pose during Mavericks Media Day
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 1:42 PM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026
During the Dallas Mavericks' NBA Media Day at American Airlines Center, rookie Morez Johnson Jr. playfully interacted with head coach Dusty May during a photoshoot. A clip shared by the Mavericks showed Johnson urging May to strike a 'mean mug' pose while the coach struggled to contain his laughter. Johnson, who played under May at Michigan, was selected with the No. 9 overall pick after helping the Wolverines win the 2026 NCAA championship. He aims to secure a significant role in the Mavericks' rotation as they manage player health ahead of the season.
- •Morez Johnson Jr. was selected by the Mavericks with the No. 9 pick.
- •Dusty May coached Johnson at Michigan, leading to an NCAA championship.
- •Johnson averaged 13.1 points and 7.3 rebounds last season.
- •The Mavericks are adjusting their frontcourt rotation as the season approaches.
- 1:42 PMYahoo Sports — Mavericks news: Morez Johnson Jr. tries to get Dusty May to strike a pose
"Dallas Mavericks rookie selection Morez Johnson Jr. already knows how to get a reaction out of his new head coach. During the Dallas Mavericks’ NBA Media Day at American Airlines Center, Johnson had some fun with Dusty May during a team photoshoot. In a 12-second clip shared by the Mavericks, May was posing with a basketball while Johnson gave him […] The post Mavericks news: Morez Johnson Jr. tries to get Dusty May to strike a pose appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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