The Dallas Mavericks have initiated contact with prominent college basketball coaches as part of their search for a new head coach, according to reports from The Stein Line.

The NBA franchise has reached out to at least two college coaches to gauge their interest in the position, though specific names have not been disclosed beyond Michigan's Dusty May being among those contacted.

The coaching search comes as the Mavericks look to fill their head coaching vacancy. The team's outreach to college coaches suggests they are casting a wide net in their evaluation process, looking beyond traditional NBA coaching candidates.

The Mavericks' interest in college coaches reflects a broader trend in the NBA, where teams have increasingly looked to the collegiate ranks for coaching talent. College coaches often bring fresh perspectives and innovative strategies that can translate well to the professional level.

No timeline has been established for when the Mavericks expect to make their final decision on a new head coach.