Michigan’s Gritty Crown: How the Wolverines Shocked the World and Nudged the Big Ten Back on Top
Michigan defeated UConn 69–63 to win the NCAA men’s national championship behind a suffocating defensive performance and a gritty effort from injured All‑American Yaxel Lendeborg. Despite entering the tournament known for a high‑powered offense, the Wolverines held each of their last four opponents to season‑low shooting percentages, including limiting UConn to 31% from the field. Lendeborg played 36 minutes through...





















