Full Circle: Morez Johnson Jr. Lands with Dream Team Mavericks, Reunites with Championship Coach Dusty May
Dallas Mavericks rookie Morez Johnson Jr. expressed immense excitement after being selected ninth overall in the 2026 NBA Draft, revealing Dallas had always been his dream destination. The moment was made even more special as Johnson reunites with his former Michigan coach, Dusty May, who was recently appointed as the Mavericks’ head coach after leading Johnson and the Wolverines to a national championship. This full-circle selection sees Johnson bringing his defensive prowess and championship mentality to complement star Cooper Flagg in Dallas.