5 takeaways from Michigan Basketball’s win vs Tennessee in the Elite 8
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Key Points:
- The No. 1 seed Michigan Wolverines defeated No. 6 seed Tennessee Volunteers 95-62 in the Elite Eight, securing a spot in the Final Four for the first time under head coach Dusty May.
- Michigan overcame an early deficit with a dominant 21-0 run and strong performances, including Yaxel Lendeborg’s game-high 27 points, helping the team improve to 35-3 on the season.
- Lendeborg, the Big Ten Player of the Year, has shown increased aggression and leadership, averaging 25 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 4.3 assists over the last three games.
- Michigan has significantly reduced turnovers in the NCAA Tournament, committing just 40 turnovers in four games compared to a regular-season average of 12.2 per game, aiding their offensive efficiency.
- Head coach Dusty May reached his second Final Four in four years, having previously led Florida Atlantic to the Final Four in 2023, highlighting his status as one of college basketball’s top coaches.
