New Era for Michigan Basketball: Dusty May’s Summer Gameplan and Roster Overhaul

Michigan’s latest head coach, Dusty May, is set to make his mark on the team as he welcomes his new players to the practice floor for the first time. With a revamped coaching staff and at least nine new players, the Wolverines are still in the orientation phase. As May prepares to address his team, he emphasizes the importance of unity and collective success.

This is the start of a journey and we all need each other to be successful. We’re all going to change a lot through this process.

Michigan’s new-look team is ready to take on the season

May’s roster overhaul has drawn strong reviews, with Michigan checking in at No. 17 in The Athletic’s latest 2024-25 Top 25 rankings. As the team gears up for their first practice, May sat down to discuss his goals for the summer, Michigan’s last open scholarship, and what he has learned about NIL at Michigan.

A Successful Summer

When asked about his goals for the summer, May emphasized the importance of creating a strong foundation. He explained that the team has a checklist of things to accomplish, including teaching the players how to respond to mistakes, show empathy towards teammates, and communicate effectively.

We have a checklist. We’re going to look back and say, “We got this done. We accomplished this. We’re much better at this. We have this ready to go. We have a good foundation here.”

Coach Dusty May is focused on building a strong foundation

May also discussed the team’s needs, highlighting the importance of individual playmakers. He expressed his desire to add more players who can create great shots for themselves and their teammates, particularly in late-shot clock situations.

NIL and Michigan’s Landscape

As for NIL, May acknowledged that Michigan is still catching up with other schools, particularly those in the SEC. However, he expressed confidence in the university’s brand, alumni base, and administration support, which he believes will help the team become competitive in the NIL landscape.

I think we’re going to be really competitive in that space going forward.

Michigan’s basketball stadium is ready to host the new-look team

Conclusion

As Dusty May and the Michigan Wolverines embark on this new era of basketball, they are focused on building a strong foundation, creating a positive team culture, and competing at the highest level. With a revamped coaching staff, new players, and a renewed sense of purpose, the team is ready to take on the challenges of the upcoming season.