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Michigan-Michigan State the Next North Carolina-Duke? Tom Izzo, John Beilein Opine

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Before Michigan and Michigan State played for the Big Ten Tournament title, in what was their third meeting this this season, both head coaches discussed the growing significance of their heated rivalry. Both Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo and Michigan head man John Beilein opined on the idea of MSU-Michigan being/one day becoming on par with North Carolina-Duke. Playing … [Read more...] about Michigan-Michigan State the Next North Carolina-Duke? Tom Izzo, John Beilein Opine

Trey Burke Considering NBA

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When Michigan fell to 13-seeded Ohio in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday, its quest for its first Sweet 16 appearance since 1994 was definitively lost, but the Wolverines may be on the verge of suffering an even bigger loss in the near future. Freshman point guard Trey Burke, who led the Wolverines in scoring (14.8 ppg) and assists (4.6 apg), is considering … [Read more...] about Trey Burke Considering NBA

Fighting Illini’s tournament hopes on life support, need win against Michigan

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After a 1-9 stretch that included losses at Penn State, Minnesota, Nebraska, a torrent of criticism directed at Bruce Weber and a crying Meyers Leonard, Illinois managed to revive their at-large hopes with an 11-point win over Iowa on Sunday. It was their first double digit win since early in the preconference. Beating the Hawkeyes likely won’t matter to the selection … [Read more...] about Fighting Illini’s tournament hopes on life support, need win against Michigan

Michigan Proving Itself on the Road

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Hoisting 38 three-point shots on the road isn't necessarily the best recipe for success, especially in the Big Ten, where there are no gimmes away from home. But for Michigan, a team that has struggled on the road much of the season, 14 of their 38 three-point attempts found net Tuesday night and that was enough for a, 67-55, overtime win at Northwestern. Once again, super … [Read more...] about Michigan Proving Itself on the Road

Michigan at Northwestern: can Wolverines carry momentum on the road?

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Michigan picked up their most significant victory of the season Saturday night, edging Ohio State by five points in a game that had more to do with the Wolverines' suffocating half court defense than any of the Buckeyes' shortcomings on offense. The win pushed the Maize and Blue's sterling record at  Crisler Arena  this season to 15-0. In two key matchups where the … [Read more...] about Michigan at Northwestern: can Wolverines carry momentum on the road?

Trey Burke leads Michigan in upset over Ohio State

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Trey Burke and Jared Sullinger were best friends growing up, and they both attended Northland High School in Columbus, Ohio. But on Saturday night, they were playing against each other, and it was all business. Despite having won midweek at Minnesota, Sullinger and the Buckeyes came into Saturday's night matchup in Ann Arbor needing a win in order to stay within striking … [Read more...] about Trey Burke leads Michigan in upset over Ohio State

ESPN’s College Gameday Travels to Ann Arbor for Michigan-Ohio State game Saturday

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Roughly five months ago, ESPN's College Gameday graced the Michigan campus with its presence and played host to one of the most exciting games ever witnessed at the Big House. It was the first night game in the stadium's history, and Notre Dame was the selected opponent for first-year head coach Brady Hoke's first big test. The Maize and Blue lived up to the hype, topping … [Read more...] about ESPN’s College Gameday Travels to Ann Arbor for Michigan-Ohio State game Saturday

#20 Michigan Wolverines: College Basketball 111 in 111

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Welcome to The Sports Bank’s second annual college basketball season preview series.  Last year we looked at 99 teams in 99 days.  This year, we are being slightly more aggressive and expanding to 111 teams in 111 days.  We will rank the 74 power conference teams and top 37 mid-majors in reverse power ranking order.  We’ll break down rosters, non-conference schedules, and pick … [Read more...] about #20 Michigan Wolverines: College Basketball 111 in 111

Wizards John Wall Mentors Michigan Wolverines Darius Morris

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Michigan Wolverines point guard Darius Morris is a hot prospect in this year's NBA Draft. Part of that is due to his breakout sophomore season. Part of it is because he's getting mentored by some of the best and biggest names in the game. Like Washington Wizards point guard John Wall, the #1 pick in last year's draft. "He checks in with me every once in awhile, sending me a … [Read more...] about Wizards John Wall Mentors Michigan Wolverines Darius Morris