Mike Boynton Jr., the newly appointed head coach of the Michigan men’s basketball program, has added former Brown University head coach Mike Martin to his coaching staff as an assistant. The announcement was made public on Tuesday, highlighting Boynton’s confidence in Martin’s ability to teach, recruit and elevate the Wolverines’ competitive edge.
Martin’s Ivy League pedigree
Martin arrives after a distinguished tenure at Brown, where he compiled a 171‑win record and became the program’s all‑time winningest coach. His teams captured four consecutive All‑Ivy League first‑team selections and earned Coach of the Year honors in 2019 after guiding the Bears to a 20‑win season.
Expressing gratitude for the opportunity, Martin said he is excited to join a championship culture at Michigan and to contribute to a staff that Boynton is actively assembling. He noted that the move aligns with his own ambition to work within a program that values sustained excellence.
A staff in flux
Boynton’s hiring of Martin follows a series of departures from the Michigan coaching ranks, creating at least two additional assistant openings that remain to be filled. The administration has indicated that the search will continue over the coming weeks as the program seeks to solidify a cohesive support structure.
Among the names already linked to the Wolverines’ bench are Dusty May, Justin Joyner, Drew Williamson and Kino Lilly Jr., each bringing distinct experiences ranging from player development to scouting. Their roles will evolve as the staff takes shape under Boynton’s leadership.
The transition also brings attention to Mody Maor, who was initially slated to join the Michigan staff but is now expected to pursue a position within the NBA’s May organization. This shift illustrates the fluid nature of coaching movements at the collegiate level.
Looking ahead
As Michigan prepares for its upcoming season, the addition of Martin is viewed as a strategic step to blend Ivy League acumen with Big Ten competitiveness. Boynton emphasized that the new staff will be evaluated based on its ability to recruit top talent and develop players who can contend for national honors.