The University of Michigan men's basketball squad is set to embark on an overseas preseason journey this August, touching down in three European cities for a slate of exhibition matches.
A Global Test for the Wolverines
From August 21 through 29 the team will play three games, taking on the senior Lithuanian national side, a Lithuania development squad and Serbia's Mega Superbet club in Belgrade.
Coach Dusty May has said the trip is as much about forging chemistry as it is about gaining a competitive edge, noting that competing abroad will expose the players to different styles and intensities.
The NCAA permits the tour to count toward ten additional preseason practices, giving the Wolverines a rare chance to fine‑tune tactics before the regular season begins.
Funding for the venture comes from private supporters channeled through the university's athletic development office, underscoring the role of donor contributions in modern college athletics.
This marks the first foreign excursion since the 2022 tour of France and Greece, a gap that makes the upcoming schedule an exciting milestone for the program and its fan base.