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Booker, Ayton push Suns past Lakers 108-90
Read full article: Booker, Ayton push Suns past Lakers 108-90Devin Booker continued to distance himself from a hamstring injury that cost him seven games, scoring 24 points with nine rebounds and seven assists as the Phoenix Suns earned a 108-90 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.
Senior savvy: Experience shines through in NCAA Tournament
Read full article: Senior savvy: Experience shines through in NCAA TournamentMichigan guard Eli Brooks celebrates after making a 3-point basket during the second half of a second-round game against LSU in the NCAA men's college basketball tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium Monday, March 22, 2021, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)Michigan's second-round game against LSU was intense from the start. One player for the Wolverines seemed calm and steady — guard Eli Brooks. In fact, Brooks' coach — Fab Five standout Juwan Howard — played a big role in setting that trend. Oregon's three senior starters — Chris Duarte, LJ Figueroa and Eugene Omoruyi — combined for 61 points in a second-round win over Iowa.
Big Ten comeback: Michigan topples LSU 86-78
Read full article: Big Ten comeback: Michigan topples LSU 86-78(AP Photo/Darron Cummings)INDIANAPOLIS – What the Big Ten needed was someone, anyone, to start playing like it came from the Big Ten. Seven of nine teams from the conference had departed before coach Juwan Howard brought Michigan (22-4) to the court for its second-round game in the East region. But during the 14-1 stretch that opened things up, Michigan did what typical Big Ten teams are supposed to do. Most-telling stat of the night was points off the bench: Michigan 26, LSU 2. His 27 points kept LSU in range in the second half, but Wagner rejected him underneath at the end of that stretch.
No. 1 Michigan basketball knocks off No. 8 LSU to advance to Sweet 16
Read full article: No. 1 Michigan basketball knocks off No. 8 LSU to advance to Sweet 16Chaundee Brown #15 of the Michigan Wolverines reacts to beating the LSU Tigers in the second round game of the 2021 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 22, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 1 seed Michigan basketball knocked off No. 8 seed LSU on Monday to clinch a spot in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament. Wagner ended up with 15 points, seven rebounds and two assists. 11 seed Michigan State have all been eliminated.
Michigan State beats No. 2 Michigan 70-64, boosts NCAA hopes
Read full article: Michigan State beats No. 2 Michigan 70-64, boosts NCAA hopesRocket Watts scored 21 points and Aaron Henry had 18 to lead the Spartans in a 70-64 victory over No. The Wolverines (19-3, 14-3) closed the regular season getting routed at home by the Fighting Illini, beating Michigan State handily to clinch the Big Ten title and losing the rematch three days later. They were ready to play today and we weren’t.”AdJoey Hauser scored nine of his 11 points off the bench in the first half as Michigan State led 30-26. SENIOR MOMENTFifth-year senior Joshua Langford, who missed much of the previous two seasons with injury, made a 3-point shot with 49 seconds left to give Michigan State a 64-59 lead. UP NEXTThe Big Ten Tournament begins Wednesday in Indianapolis, where first-seeded Michigan may meet Michigan State for a third time.
Dickinson’s 22 lifts No. 3 Michigan over No. 4 Ohio St 92-87
Read full article: Dickinson’s 22 lifts No. 3 Michigan over No. 4 Ohio St 92-87Liddell during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. After six ties in the second half, Michigan pulled away in the final minutes and then held off Ohio State 92-87 Sunday in a meeting that showcased two teams aiming for No. Ad“I thought his length and size bothered us," Ohio State coach Chris Holtmann acknowledged. Ohio State and Michigan both are projected to be No. Ohio State: At Michigan State on Thursday.
Dickinson's 22 lifts No. 3 Michigan over No. 4 Ohio St 92-87
Read full article: Dickinson's 22 lifts No. 3 Michigan over No. 4 Ohio St 92-87Liddell during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Sunday, Feb. 21, 2021, in Columbus, Ohio. After six ties in the second half, Michigan pulled away in the final minutes and then held off Ohio State 92-87 Sunday in a meeting that showcased two teams aiming for No. Ad“I thought his length and size bothered us," Ohio State coach Chris Holtmann acknowledged. Ohio State and Michigan both are projected to be No. Ohio State: At Michigan State on Thursday.
How Chaundee Brown’s numbers epitomize what makes this Michigan basketball team special
Read full article: How Chaundee Brown’s numbers epitomize what makes this Michigan basketball team specialChaundee Brown #15 of the Michigan Wolverines looks on during the game against the Maryland Terrapins at Crisler Arena on January 19, 2021 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Then, at Wake Forest, he started 29 games as a freshman, averaging 7.6 points on 7.1 shots per game. He scored 11.9 points on 10.2 shots per game as a sophomore and 12.1 points on 9.3 shots per game as a junior. It’s rare to see a unit come together as seamlessly as this Michigan team, especially during a pandemic-altered season that includes a 23-day layoff. Congrats Chaundee!#GoBlue 〽️🏀#WolverineCulture#LockedIn pic.twitter.com/9bzVJPYrpw — Michigan Men's Basketball (@umichbball) February 15, 2021Officially, Brown got the game ball because of his 1,000th point, but the true underlying reason is because he embodies what makes this Michigan team special.
No. 23 Minnesota hands No. 7 Michigan 1st loss in 75-57 romp
Read full article: No. 23 Minnesota hands No. 7 Michigan 1st loss in 75-57 romp7 Michigan on Saturday, handing the Wolverines their first loss. Minnesota never trailed, holding the best shooting team in the conference to a season-low score and a season-high 20 turnovers. The Gophers were back in their happy place after five days to recuperate and refocus from decisive defeats last week at Michigan and Iowa. The Wolverines had seven turnovers in the first seven minutes and just never established a rhythm in their half court. Minnesota, the sixth Big Ten team ranked, will undoubtedly slide up several spots.
No. 7 Michigan routs No. 9 Wisconsin 77-54
Read full article: No. 7 Michigan routs No. 9 Wisconsin 77-54Then, unbelievably, the Wolverines led No. The Wolverines outscored the Badgers 43-6 over a stretch that spanned parts of both halves, and Michigan remained unbeaten with a 77-54 win Tuesday. They have a lot of players and they have playmakers on both ends of the floor," said D'Mitrik Trice, who led Wisconsin with 20 points. Michigan led 26-23 before scoring the last 14 points of the half. Michigan led by 29 against Northwestern before winning by 19.
Michigan basketball is still undefeated through 10 games -- here’s how
Read full article: Michigan basketball is still undefeated through 10 games -- here’s howIsaiah Livers #2 of the Michigan Wolverines reacts during the second half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Crisler Arena on January 06, 2021 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. In its two first ranked matchups of the season, Michigan completely blasted No. Head coach Juwan Howard of the Michigan Wolverines yells during the second half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Crisler Arena on January 06, 2021 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. As a team, Michigan shoots 35.8%, which is tied for 100th in the nation. Chaundee Brown #15 of the Michigan Wolverines and Jaron Faulds #44 of the Michigan Wolverines talk after their win against the Ball State Cardinals at Crisler Arena on December 02, 2020 in Ann Arbor, Michigan.