Moustapha Thiam commits to staying at Michigan after coach's exit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 1:04 PM
Last updated Jul 1, 2026
Moustapha Thiam has announced his intention to remain with the Michigan Wolverines for the 2026-27 season. His decision follows the departure of head coach Dusty May to the Dallas Mavericks. Thiam, a 7-foot-2 center who averaged 12.8 points and 7.1 rebounds last season at Cincinnati, is regarded as a key player for Michigan after the loss of their entire starting front court. Interim head coach Mike Boynton Jr. is working to retain the championship roster, and Thiam's commitment marks an early positive step in this effort. Michigan has until July 24 to solidify its roster before the transfer portal opens.
- •Moustapha Thiam is staying at Michigan for the 2026-27 season.
- •Thiam averaged 12.8 PPG and 7.1 RPG last season at Cincinnati.
- •His stay comes after coach Dusty May left for the Dallas Mavericks.
- •Interim head coach Mike Boynton Jr. is working to retain the roster.
- •Michigan has until July 24 to secure commitments before the transfer portal opens.
- 1:04 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Moustapha Thiam staying at Michigan following Dusty May’s departure
"Reported by multiple college basketball insiders late last night, transfer big man Moustapha Thiam is sticking with Michigan Basketball following the departure of head coach Dusty May:
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