The Dallas Mavericks select Morez Johnson Jr. with the No. 9 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, reuniting the player with former Michigan head coach Dusty May. May coached Johnson at Michigan last season, and both move together to Dallas following May’s appointment as the Mavericks’ head coach. Multiple outlets report the selection as a notable moment given the team’s already deep frontcourt, though the Mavericks still choose Johnson at No. 9. Yahoo Sports also notes that May replaces Jason Kidd as head coach on Monday, setting up the reunion that takes place in Dallas after the draft. The Athletic describes the reunion as happening Tuesday, when Johnson joins May’s staff and roster plans in Texas. Overall coverage centers on the draft pick, Johnson’s link to May through their shared Michigan program, and May’s recent transition to Dallas as the team’s new head coach.