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Dusty May: College Basketball’s Biggest Bargain

Dusty May’s pay of $3.73 million makes him the most underpaid top coach, even after guiding Michigan to a national championship.

Dusty May’s total compensation for the season is $3.73 million, the lowest among elite college basketball coaches. Despite the modest pay, May has transformed Michigan into a national champion and a Big Ten powerhouse, winning 124 games in four seasons and earning a spot near the top of every best‑coach list.