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Yaxel Lendeborg reveals Big Ten team he's most excited to face, updates on Michigan freshmen

Former UAB big man Yaxel Lendeborg chose to come to Ann Arbor to play his final year of college basketball. He went through the draft process, but the skilled, do-it-all player felt like it was best to play under coach Dusty May for one year.

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McKenney and Grady’s work ethic catches Dusty May’s eye as freshmen compete for roles

Just over a week ago, Michigan coach Dusty May was in Switzerland watching transfer forward Morez Johnson Jr. and redshirt freshman forward Oscar Goodman compete in the FIBA U19 World Cup.

Michigan Wolverines News / UM Hoops / July 14

First look at Michigan basketball: What we learned about each player in summer practice

Michigan opened its doors to media for an offseason workout Sunday, providing the first look at the 2025-26 Wolverines. The one-hour session featured mixed lineups, drills and some short modified rules scrimmages, but was enough to form some early impressions of the new-look roster and build anticipation for November.

Bryce Underwood News / A to Z Sports / July 14

Bryce Underwood admits he’s already undergone a change with the Michigan Wolverines that should worry Big Ten opponents

Despite this being just the second season for Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore, the Wolverines are entering a new era — and it has everything to do with Bryce Underwood, who arrives with more hype at the quarterback position than the program has seen ever.

Dusty May News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 13

Dusty May believes Michigan basketball can be 'even more unique' in 2025-26

The 2024-25 version of Michigan basketball was unique in the sense it had two 7-footers opposing teams had to deal with in Danny Wolf and Vlad Goldin, with Wolf being able to work in the pick and roll while being able to create and make shots, while Goldin provided a forceful presence at the rim.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 13

Michigan football loses to Clemson for highly-touted CB prospect

Michigan football has the No. 8 ranked 2026 class after going on a tear to end the month of June. But the Wolverines have missed out on a couple of prospects the past two days.

Yaxel Lendeborg News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 13

Yaxel Lendeborg high on Michigan's bigs: 'we’re going to be the best frontcourt in the game'

Former UAB big man Yaxel Lendeborg made the difficult decision to forgo the 2025 NBA Draft to stay in college for one more season. While it was hard not to chase his NBA dreams, it was an easy decision to play for Dusty May at Michigan.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 13

Michigan in heated recruiting battle with Oregon, Texas for another elite defender

With Michigan's 2026 recruiting class now among the top 10 in the nation, the Wolverines are far from done pursuing elite talent. On Sunday, Rivals revealed that four-star cornerback Davon Benjamin has Michigan among his top 5 schools, along with Oregon, Texas, Washington, and North Carolina.

Michigan Wolverines News / UM Hoops / July 13

Five takeaways from first look at revamped Michigan roster

Assembled media got their first look at Michigan’s 2025-26 roster on Sunday when Dusty May opened the doors to the Player Development Center for a sneak peek.

Michigan Wolverines News / UM Hoops / July 13

Video: First look inside Michigan basketball offseason workouts

Michigan allowed media into its offseason workout on Sunday afternoon to provide an early look at the 2025-26 Wolverines. Here are some clips from practice, including some mini-game five-on-five action.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 12

Michigan Football 5-star commit Carter Meadows destroys defender with vicious dunk

The Michigan Wolverines landed a major recruiting victory with the commitment of five-star edge rusher Carter Meadows. The 6-6, 225-pound prospect is ranked as the No.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 11

Three Michigan coaches make elite list of Big Ten legends with over 100 wins

Winning consistently in college football is no easy task. When a team struggles and fails to meet the expectations of its fan base and athletic department, the fingers are generally pointed at the head coach, and they suffer the consequences.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 11

Former Michigan basketball star flourishes in Summer League after multiple setbacks

After playing in just 10 games for the Atlanta Hawks this past season, former Michigan basketball star Kobe Bufkin made his long-awaited return to the court.

Derrick Moore News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 11

Michigan football star giving back to his hometown

Michigan EDGE rusher Derrick Moore has spent plenty of time in Ann Arbor during his college football career, but is not forgetting about where he came from.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 11

Major Michigan football LB target sets commitment date, puts Wolverines in final 4

Michigan football remains hot on the recruiting trail. The Wolverines landed their QB they wanted in four-star Brady Smigiel, they have three talented wide receivers, and both the offensive and defensive lines are coming together nicely.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 11

Five-star recruit includes Michigan basketball in final group

Michigan basketball received good news on the recruiting trail recently when it landed 7-foot-3 center Marcus Moller. Dusty May has made it apparent that he wants taller bigs in Ann Arbor.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 11

Four-star linebacker cancels commitment announcement as Michigan builds momentum

Elite class of 2026 four-star linebacker DQ Forkpa was set to make a commitment announcement on Saturday, but has now canceled those plans, he told Rivals.

Bryce Underwood News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 10

Fox Sports college football writer makes prediction about Michigan QB Bryce Underwood

In college football, especially at the FBS level, it's rare for a true freshman to make an instant impact and help a team reach the top of the sport. Yet,

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 10

Michigan's 7-footer looks like a problem in newly released video

Michigan head coach Dusty May has been a force in the transfer portal since arriving in Ann Arbor. Heading into the 2024-25 season, he brought in six impactful transfers, all of whom played key roles in the Wolverines' run to the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / July 10