The Michigan Insider

Michigan secured a 95-72 victory over Saint Louis in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, advancing to the Sweet 16. Big Ten Player of the Year Yaxel Lendeborg led the team with 25 points, while Aday Mara made a substantial impact by recording 16 points, five rebounds, five assists, and four of the Wolverines' nine blocks. Elliot Cadeau contributed 12 points, eight assists, and only two turnovers. Michigan's transition offense proved decisive, as evidenced by 20 team assists, and the defense was particularly effective against Billikens' standout Robbie Avila, who was limited to nine points on 3-for-13 shooting. Sam Webb, Josh Newkirk, and Alejandro Zungia (reporting live from Buffalo), emphasized Michigan's cohesiveness and athleticism, highlighting key momentum plays such as Lendeborg's transition dunk in the second half and the reverse alley-oop from Lendeborg to Mara in the first half. Michigan will face either Alabama or Texas Tech in the Sweet 16, with both potential opponents possibly missing key players due to injury or suspension.


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In the latest episode of The Michigan Basketball Insider, Sam Webb and Tim McCormick review Michigan's 101-80 NCAA Tournament victory over Howard and preview the Wolverines’ upcoming game against Saint Louis. They commend Morez Johnson and Aday Mara for their strong performances and discuss Dusty May’s effective in-game adjustments, such as implementing full-court pressure in the second half. The hosts also address Yaxel Lendeborg’s limited shot attempts and consider strategies to encourage greater offensive aggression. The episode concludes with an analysis of the Saint Louis Billikens, insights from Tim’s experience broadcasting their games, a discussion of tournament upsets, and a mention of Tim’s Go Blue Hoops podcast.


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Sam Webb, Josh Newkirk, and Alejandro Zuniga analyze Michigan's 101-80 victory over Howard, highlighting standout performances by Morez Johnson Jr., who shot 8-for-8, and Aday Mara. They also commend Roddy Gayle for contributing 14 points off the bench. Michigan's offense, which scored 1.39 points per possession in the first half, improved in the second half, with a focus on interior scoring. The discussion addresses Yaxel Lendeborg's recent low usage, potential causes, his health, and strategies the coaching staff may use to encourage greater offensive aggression. They note Trey McKenney's developing midrange skills and conclude by emphasizing the importance of matching the opponent's intensity throughout the next tournament matchup.


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In this episode, Zach Shaw and Alejandro Zuniga recap the Michigan men’s basketball team’s 2-1 showing in the Big Ten Tournament, and look ahead to the Wolverines’ draw in the NCAA Tournament.

They open by looking at what they learned about Michigan in the Big Ten Tournament in Chicago. They discuss the Wolverines’ offensive struggles, particularly since LJ Cason went down with a torn ACL, as well as Michigan’s ability to win two games with its defense in the tournament. They also look at what went wrong against Purdue in the championship game, and whether that is cause for concern in the NCAA Tournament.

In the second half of the episode, they look at the Wolverines’ NCAA Tournament draw. They discuss the Midwest Regional, the potential opening-weekend matchups in Buffalo, and whether or not they think Michigan will make the Final Four.

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In this episode, Zach Shaw and Steve Lorenz break down the biggest storylines they’re watching ahead of Michigan football beginning spring practices Tuesday.

They open with a look at the offense, discussing the revamped wide receiver room, the high-potential offensive line, potential star freshman Savion Hiter, the development of rising sophomore Bryce Underwood and more.

In the second half of the episode, they discuss the biggest question marks on Michigan’s defense, how some of the new transfers fit in, what a new defensive scheme might mean for roles on defense, the Wolverines’ effort to improve special teams and a new strength and conditioning coach.

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