Highly Recruited Player made All Frosh Big Ten Last year and Got the screws by Gard with playing time this year.

Should be no surprise to see that NIL efforts are underway with Dusty May taking over the program. It's no big secret that NIL for the basketball program had been a hindrance for some time and there's a concerted effort from those in collectives as well as from Dusty May.

Engagement is the biggest thing when it comes to programs and NIL dollars and that should be in the works to get things fixed.

As for now, we're told that May and one collective in particular plan to have a "big meeting" in the next few weeks to discuss a plan and put everything on the table. Sounds like folks are excited about it. Of course, May has some work to do to get assistants and his roots established, which is why the meeting had to be pushed back a bit.

So far, a lot of good things are being said but actions will ultimately tell the true story.

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April 20, 2024

Put on 14 pounds so far this offseason. Playing at 214.

Will have more on him soon. Met with the media today.

Donovan Edwards, Makari Page and Mason Graham all spoke to the media today. I'll tell you what I thought of what they had to say. Also, thoughts on Michigan hiring Dusty May to be the new basketball coach. A few other football items from spring practice.
Breakdown
Open 00:00- 1:28
Donovan Edwards 1:29-8:51
Makari Page & Mason Graham 8:52-14:45
Feedback 14:46-28:24
Dusty May 28:25-34:55
Dusty feedback 34:56-51:32
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He's definitely a candidate many folks liked, but all indications were he was expected to end up at WVU, and now that is the case.
Going to be interesting to see how this shakes out for Louisville.

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We’re gathering comments as we speak but the main takeaway this weekend is that OL recruits LOVE Grant Newsome, which is really not a surprise to me.

They appreciate his knowledge and most have commented on him being just an all around great dude. I think he’s going to be great in his new role.

God… would someone post the newest Salma Pic…. It appears it was taken by her daughter.

Oh & Go Blue

Sherrone is swinging for the fences again. I have heard of one name he went after HARD but do not want to burn sources as this candidate is staying at his original school with a new deal and that creates a mess all on its own.

For what it’s worth, it would‘ve made A LOT of people happy.

He’s throwing around big money just like he did with BJM and Alford. He’s going to get another great candidate at this rate. Only a matter of time.

FWIW, Terrance Jamison has yet to be contacted. Not sure what the status will be of that.

Warde doesn’t talk to Jim (oops)

Jim is going to leave because he doesn’t feel loved by Warde (oops)

Warde doesn’t want to keep Jim (oops)

Warde hates NIL we’re doomed (ooops)

All our good football players are going to leave because Warde sucks and won’t get them NIL (oops).

Warde isnt going to fire his guy Howard. (Oops)

Adolescent Rationalization: Warde only fired his guy because Ono or others?? made him.

Warde won’t include Beilein in the process (oops)

Adolescent Rationalization: Warde only included Beilein in the process because Ono made him.

Warde is incapable of making a good hire (oops)

Adolescent Rationalization: Warde only made a good hire because Ono and Beilein helped.

Did I catch everything?

Are you remaining Warde sucks sheep awake yet as to what you’ve been being sold?

The same department that set records for Big Ten titles a year ago has been killing it during a very risky time the last three months. Killing it.

Almost like we have competent Athletic Director that doesn’t deserve constant slander.

I hope people are done buying the transparent slander (and really worse) that’s being peddled.

Two names that have come up. One, obviously, Terrance Jamison from Illinois. As far as I'm aware as of this posting, he has yet to be reached out to.

Memphis' Lou Esposito is also a name that has come up as well but I do not have information regarding whether he's been contacted yet.

An evolving situation so be patient with me as I sift through some stuff. I suspect this search won't take too much longer.

Gee, I wonder why?

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Outside of the obvious that he needs to build a roster and reestablish Michigan on the recruiting trail, what do you think Dusty May's immediate priorities should be during his first few weeks on the job? I wanted to do a story on this and wanted to get a hivemind going on topics outside of the basic "he needs to build a roster." Well, duh, that's obvious.

- He needs to establish a staff from top to bottom, including in the S&C department: Another "duh" point here but you can break it down to finer details. What are you hoping he does with his staff? What are you looking for? Does he create positions that can help him out like a GM role to go along with a Director of Basketball Ops. He'll have the resources he needs.
- Establish connections with NIL collectives and efforts in the athletic department: Pretty self-explanatory here for a guy who is new on campus.

What else do you think are high priorities?

Max is out in Australia.
We've got Ferrari vs McLaren at the top.
Piastri going for a podium at his home race.

Great stuff!

I’m sure none of us are surprised about the bribery, but that the NCAA would look the other way seems like they be participating in their own funeral.

Also that the whistleblower is now dead. I know that could be natural and coincidental, but there seems to be a lot of that going around. 🤔🫤🤓😎

Here is a bit of postscript on the Dusty May situation that I wanted to hold off on until I got a little more intel on. Here's what I am hearing.

Dusty May was Warde Manuel's number one choice and it wasn't even close. It sounds as if John Beilein wanted to be involved in the search initially but Manuel was focused on May, and Beilein made his voice heard in the process. Beilein and Manuel eventually talked this week and the two teamed up to bring this one home later in the week.

I'm told that Manuel AND Beilein met with May today with Beilein wanting to discuss some very specific things with him during their conversation and I'm told the two hit it off. May and Michigan had already came to terms on money and contract jargon, the meeting/interview today was to sell U-M, which the two did successfully and eventually pulled the rug from underneath Louisville in the process.

In an interesting twist, we're also told that Beilein would be interested in being involved with the program in some capacity, perhaps in a Director of Ops role. Would be a huge addition if it comes to pass. I know that Manuel would be supportive of the move as well.

At any rate, props need to go to Manuel for identifying his main target and using his assets to his advantage which, in turn, brought this over the finish line tonight.

And he says "I" which is the true sign of an egomaniac.

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and whether he'll be our new HC. Or is that too early?

Terrance Jamison from Illinois. Arguably finished second behind Scruggs.

I get the sense he’d jump at the opportunity if called. He’s a technician and has a reputation for development.

We’ll see what happens.

Have heard nothing new regarding candidates or names yet. It’s been quiet. Continue to have messages out.

impressed by hire… anyone know if there talent at FSU that might follow Coach May to AA ?

3.75M average value per year.

Per Michigan basketball release.