Dusty May and Michigan have reached an agreement on a new multi-year extension, the program announced on Friday ahead of a rivalry tilt vs. Michigan State. The extension comes less than a full calendar year from May being hired to lead the program.

Michigan AD Warde Manuel confirmed the new extension in a statement:

“I am excited to announce that Dusty and I have agreed to a new multi-year contract,” said Manuel. “His commitment to this University and the success of the men’s basketball program has far exceeded our expectations and makes us all excited for what the future holds. I look forward to Dusty, Anna, and his family remaining a part of the fabric of this University and community for many years to come.”

“I am grateful to Warde (Manuel), U-M President Santa Ono, and all the members of the Board of Regents for the trust and support they have given me as the head coach,” said May. “My goal is to bring continued success to this historic program. We cannot reach that goal without the hard work that my staff and players put into this program. We have built a solid foundation; however, there is much more work to be done. I look forward to those challenges and what the future holds for me and my family in Ann Arbor.”

After turning over the roster during the offseason with the transfer portal, Dusty May’s early results speak for themselves. At 20-5 overall, the Wolverines already have their first 20-win season in 4 years. They will also make their first trip to the NCAA Tournament since 2022 and have a shot at their first Big Ten title since 2021.

On a national scale, Michigan checks in at No. 19 overall for KenPom’s adjusted efficiency margin. May’s Wolverines are 1 of 3 B1G programs with a top 25 mark in both the offensive and defensive efficiency measures of the system.

Now, Michigan will turn its full attention to a Friday night showdown vs. in-state rival Michigan State. The Spartans have controlled the series of late with 5 wins in the last 7 meetings, but it is time for May and his new-look program to show what it can do on the hardwood.