Five takeaways from Michigan’s 68-63 loss to Duke
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Key Points:
- Michigan, previously ranked No. 1 in the AP Poll and as the top overall seed by the NCAA Tournament, is expected to lose its top spot to Duke after a recent matchup.
- Duke, ranked third nationally, showcased superior performance, led by freshman forward Cameron Boozer, who was pivotal in the game's critical moments.
- Yaxel Lendeborg of Michigan started strong, scoring most of his points early in the game, but struggled to maintain his impact as Duke focused on limiting his scoring in the second half.
- Boozer scored the final seven points for Duke before key free throws by Isaiah Evans, helping secure the win in a primarily defensive contest.
- Despite Lendeborg’s efforts to set the
