Almost three weeks after Dusty May’s shocking departure to the Dallas Mavericks, Michigan’s path forward has become clear. Mike Boynton Jr. signed a two-year deal and is officially Michigan’s head coach.
The new Wolverine head coach has also secured pledges from 13 of 14 Michigan players to return and play for him this year.
Here are five thoughts on the move and where things go from here.
Still to come
- 1. This feels like the best solution
- 2. Michigan's (retained) roster is good enough to compete
- 3. Program momentum is a factor
- 4. Staffing is an immediate priority
- 5. It's about the players
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