Why Michigan Could Absolutely Beat Texas to Take a Final Four Spot
Sports Illustrated • • general
Key Points:
- Texas women's basketball, led by coach Vic Schaefer, is favored to win the national championship, with a strong record and proven experience against top teams like South Carolina.
- Michigan, ranked No. 13 preseason, is seen as an underdog but has shown rapid improvement and competitiveness, nearly beating top teams like UConn and UCLA this season.
- Michigan's young roster features several WNBA prospects and plays with toughness and versatility, traits that Schaefer admires and compares to his own team.
- Texas has size and depth advantages, particularly with star Madison Booker, but Michigan counters with strong rebounding and superior three-point shooting, emphasizing skill over size.
- The matchup highlights contrasting styles: Texas's physical, inside game versus Michigan's perimeter shooting and speed, making the outcome uncertain despite Texas being the favorite.
