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Michigan Locks Down Championship Coach Dusty May

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Michigan coach Dusty May has agreed to a new long-term contract after leading the Wolverines to a national title in his second season. The deal, announced by AD Warde Manuel, follows a 37-3 championship year. read more


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Cadeau Returns to Michigan for Title Defense

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Star point guard Elliot Cadeau, Final Four MOP, will return to Michigan for his senior season. He led the Wolverines to a national title and returns to the nation's top-ranked team, which also added transfer J.P. Estrella. read more

Michigans Transfer Portal Team Wins National Title

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Michigan won the 2026 national title by building a champion from transfer portal stars like Yaxel Lendeborg. Coach Dusty May fostered a selfless, trusting culture where players thrived, proving the right situation can forge a cohesive, dominant team. read more

Dusty May Stays at Michigan, Ends UNC Rumors

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Michigan coach Dusty May confirms he is not pursuing other jobs, focusing on the national title game against UConn. He reaffirms his commitment to Michigan, where he has a contract through 2030. read more

Michigan Crushes Arizona, Reaches Title Game

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Michigan dominated Arizona 91-73 in the Final Four, advancing to face UConn for the national title. Aday Mara starred with 26 points. The 18-point win is the largest margin ever between 1-seeds in the NCAA tournament. read more

Mays April Habits Lead Michigan to Final Four

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Dusty May returns to the Final Four, now coaching Michigan after a Cinderella run with FAU. His "April habits" philosophy and innovative, player-centric system have quickly rebuilt the Wolverines into a national contender with a joyful, free-flowing style. read more

Cadeau Cleared for Final Four After Allergy Scare

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Michigan point guard Elliot Cadeau rejoined his team for the Final Four after a hospitalization. He had an allergic reaction to nuts but is now fine, calling it a minor inconvenience before facing Arizona. read more

Michigan Stars Scare Before Final Four

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Michigan point guard Elliot Cadeau received medical attention for a possible allergic reaction before the Final Four. Team doctors evaluated him and he is fine, traveling separately to meet the team in Indianapolis for their national semifinal game. read more

Michigan Claims Big Ten Crown in Transfers Revenge Game

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Morez Johnson Jr.'s 19 points and 11 rebounds against his former team led No. 3 Michigan to an 84-70 win over No. 10 Illinois, clinching the outright Big Ten regular-season title. The Wolverines set a school record with 17 conference victories. read more

Michigans Jumbo Frontcourt Powers Unbeaten Run

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Michigan's rise to No. 1 is fueled by a massive, versatile frontcourt of transfers Lendeborg, Johnson, and Mara. Their unique size, defensive dominance, and offensive efficiency make them national title contenders, living up to a "best team ever assembled" mantra. read more