The Dallas Mavericks are advancing their search for a new head coach following the departure of Jason Kidd in May. The team holds the No. 1 overall pick from 2025 in Cooper Flagg and two additional first-round selections in the upcoming draft.
New team president Masai Ujiri and general manager Mike Schmitz are leading the effort. The organization aims to stabilize after the 2025 trade of Luka Doncic and subsequent roster changes. Marc Stein reported that Dallas plans to interview more than a dozen candidates. Among those contacted are Duke coach Jon Scheyer and Michigan coach Dusty May, both of whom guided strong college programs. Other names under consideration include assistants Micah Nori, Royal Ivey, Jama Mahlalela and Tony Dobbins, along with consultant Noah LaRoche. Former head coach Terry Stotts, who has prior ties to the franchise, is also expected to be pursued. The priority for any new coach will center on developing Flagg while building a competitive roster around the young forward.
