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Michigan Forward Yaxel Lendeborg Earns Elite Honor From Sporting News

On Tuesday, Michigan basketball star forward Yaxel Lendeborg earned numerous Big Ten honors, including the Player of the Year and selections to the conference's first team and all-defensive team.

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Michigan Wolverines News / Yardbarker / March 11

Former Michigan assistant Chris Partridge sues school over firing: 'The truth will eventually come out'

Former Michigan Wolverines assistant football coach Chris Partridge believes he was used as a scapegoat.

Former Michigan assistant Paige Shiver calls for accountability from Michigan

Dusty May News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 11

Michigan Freshman Ricky Liburd Shares how he will Impact Wolverines Next Season

Ricky Liburd was a late addition to Michigan's team heading into the 2025-26 season. The Fort Lauderdale (FL) prospect de-committed from Coastal Carolina in May and committed to the Wolverines in May before signing in June.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 11

Michigan Football Loses Out on In-State Linebacker to ACC School

As the 60th-ranked prospect and No. 5 linebacker in the nation (according to the Rivals rankings), linebacker Bryce Kish has been well on Michigan's radar as the Wolverines work to compile their class of 2027—which will be the first full class under new head coach Kyle Whittingham and his staff.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 11

Watch Dusty May Show Off Basketball Skills Against Michigan Big Man Aday Mara

On Tuesday, Michigan basketball center Aday Mara was named the Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year for his efforts on the side of the ball that helped the Wolverines to a 29-2 record and a conference championship.

NBA News / Big Ten Network / March 11

Watch: The 3rd-Seeded Wolverines Beat the 5th-Seeded Badgers | 2025 B1G Championship: Michigan vs.Wisconsin

Kyle Whittingham News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 11

Michigan National Champion Chris Howard Explains Key Hires in Recruiting Overhaul

When Michigan hired Kyle Whittingham to become its head coach, he not only wanted to bring in his own assistant coaches, but he also wanted to make his footprint behind the scenes.

College Basketball News / Last Word On Sports / March 11

Yaxel Lendeborg 2026 NBA Draft Profile

Before he was stuffing the stat book for Michigan this season, Yaxel Lendeborg was a name quickly but quietly sneaking up draft boards. Despite hearing his name last year in draft talk, Lendeborg smartly stayed in the college ranks.

Michigan Wolverines News / Big Ten Network / March 10

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Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 10

Here's How Michigan Can Earn the Top Overall Seed in the NCAA Tournament

The Michigan Wolverines just capped off an historic 29-2 basketball season with a victory over Michigan State in the regular season finale this past Sunday at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor.

College Basketball News / Ball Exclusives / March 10

Michigan Wolverines dominate Big Ten awards

The Michigan Wolverines capped off a 29-2 regular season with several major award wins on Tuesday. Star forward Yaxel Lendeborg was unanimously named the Big Ten Player of the Year, making him the first Michigan player to take home the award since Nik Stauskas in 2013-14.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 10

Michigan Cashes in With Several Major Big Ten Basketball Awards

When you go 29-2, win the Big Ten outright by four games, and have three potetial NBA draft picks — you're likely going to earn some awards at the end of the season.

Michigan Wolverines News / Yardbarker / March 10

Former Michigan assistant Paige Shiver calls for accountability from Michigan

Shiver's attorneys released a statement in response to Sherrone Moore's plea deal.

Dusty May News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 9

Dusty May Gives Latest Update on Michigan Guard L.J. Cason Regarding '26-27 Season

Michigan has won its last two games without L.J. Cason backing up Elliot Cadeau. The sophomore suffered a torn ACL in the Wolverines' win over Illinois.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 9

Michigan Concludes Regular Season Inside Top Five of College Basketball AP Poll

For the 14th consecutive week, the Michigan men’s basketball team remains inside the top five of the AP College Basketball Poll. In week 18, the Wolverines came in slotted at No.

College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / March 9

Michigan basketball’s dream 2026 March Madness bracket scenarios

It has been a highly successful season for Michigan basketball. Michigan won the Big Ten regular-season title and looks positioned to make a run after the Big Ten tournament title and a national championship.

Michigan Wolverines News / Michigan Wolverines on SI / March 9

Michigan Wolverines Big Ten Conference Tournament Hub: Schedule, Bracket, Predictions

Michigan is coming off a historic 29-2 regular season record, winning 19 conference games — the most of any Big Ten team, ever. The Wolverines' 29 wins were the most since Michigan's 1985-86 team won 27 games.

Michigan Wolverines News / The Forkball / March 7

Fired Michigan Head Coach Sherrone Moore Pleads No Contest

Former Michigan Wolverines football head coach Sherrone Moore pleaded no contest Friday to two misdemeanor charges as part of a plea agreement that resolves a criminal case stemming from the day he was fired by the university.