Michigan Names Mike Boynton Jr. Full-Time Head Basketball Coach

Michigan named Mike Boynton Jr. its full-time head men's basketball coach on Friday afternoon and removed his interim designation. The school announced that Boynton agreed to a two-year contract, with the second year not fully guaranteed.

Athletic director Warde Manuel removed the interim title after the two sides agreed to terms the day before the announcement. The school had been reluctant to commit substantial money or years following Dusty May's departure to the Dallas Mavericks 18 days earlier on a contract worth approximately $8 million.

Manuel said Boynton is a veteran assistant with strong head coaching experience and a clear understanding of the standard expected at Michigan.

He added that Boynton brought stability, leadership and perspective over the past two seasons. Boynton said he is grateful for the opportunity to lead the program and that the team has built a championship culture. He noted an outstanding group of players and expressed excitement to continue the established success.

The transfer portal opens five days after the announcement, giving Michigan players a 15-day window to enter. Elliot Cadeau, Trey McKenney, Moustapha Thiam, JP Estrella and Brandon McCoy Jr. have already committed to remain with the program.

Michigan finished 37-3 in the 2025-26 season under May and reached the Sweet 16 the prior year. The program posted a 64-13 record across May's two seasons. Boynton served as May's top assistant and defensive coordinator during that period.