NCAA championship live tracker: Michigan vs. UConn updates
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Key Points:
- Michigan's Aday Mara played a crucial role in the semifinal by stepping up when star Yaxel Lendeborg was limited due to injury, scoring a game-high 26 points and contributing defensively.
- Michigan's defense is strong, but its vulnerability lies in opponents' effective passing; teams that have defeated Michigan this season had high assist rates, a challenge UConn must meet to win.
- UConn's Alex Karaban needs to overcome a recent shooting slump to help his team offensively, while maintaining strong perimeter play and supporting Tarris Reed Jr. inside.
- Free throw performance is a potential weakness for UConn, as they have struggled to generate and defend free throw attempts, which could be costly against Michigan's efficient offense.
- Both ESPN analysts predict Michigan to win the NCAA championship, with scores of 79-75 and 83-73, highlighting a closely contested final.
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