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The Wolverines erased a double‑digit hole to defeat KK Mega Superbet 84‑81, highlighted by McKenney’s 25 points and Cadeau’s 15 in just 17 minutes.
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The Wolverines erased a double‑digit hole to defeat KK Mega Superbet 84‑81, highlighted by McKenney’s 25 points and Cadeau’s 15 in just 17 minutes.
A knee injury to five‑star freshman Brandon McCoy Jr. in the opening minute of Michigan's exhibition game against Mega Superbet forced the Wolverines to finish the match without their highly touted recruit, even as they edged a 84‑81 victory.

Michigan’s Wolverines erased an early deficit to defeat Mega SuperBet 84‑81 in Croatia, showcasing the emergence of young talent and the lingering question of rebounding without Moustapha Thiam.

Michigan’s men’s basketball squad will meet Lithuania’s B Team on August 24 in Utena, marking the second stop of a three‑game European tour that also includes a matchup against the senior national side in Vilnius and a clash with Croatia’s Mega SUPERBET in Dubrovnik.

Michigan led at halftime but collapsed after the break, with Lithuania's experienced team exploiting age and depth advantages.
The Wolverines fell 96-84 to Lithuania in their opening game of a European tour, with key players sidelined and a backcourt battling fouls.

Michigan opened its overseas campaign with a 96-84 defeat to Lithuania's national team, highlighting both the potential and the challenges of a young, inexperienced roster.

Coach Mike Boynton discusses Marcus Moller’s comeback after testicular cancer, highlighting his potential impact on Michigan’s 2026 season and title defense.

Michigan’s championship roster returns under new head coach Mike Boynton, but injuries and defensive gaps pose significant challenges.

Coach Mike Boynton Jr. is using a European trip to Lithuania and Croatia to evaluate talent, rebuild chemistry, and position the Wolverines for another championship run.

The University of Michigan men's basketball team heads to Lithuania and Croatia for a pair of exhibition games, but the roster will be missing two injured standouts. Meanwhile, freshman Marcus Moller’s rapid recovery from cancer adds a compelling storyline.

Michigan's new head coach, Dylan Murphy, formerly of the Orlando Magic, discusses the impact of his incoming freshmen, emphasizing athleticism, shooting and work ethic as the program looks ahead.

Coach Mike Boynton Jr. provided health updates on Jalen Reed, recovering from an Achilles tear, and Marcus Moller, a cancer‑free Danish center, as the Wolverines prepare for the upcoming campaign.

Five‑star prospect Brandon McCoy Jr. is poised to reshape Michigan’s frontcourt, bringing size, athleticism and defensive versatility to a squad eager to capitalize on its top‑ranked recruiting class.
Coach Mike Boynton Jr. unveiled his core roster and outlined the incentives driving his second‑year contract during a press conference at Crisler Center.

L.J. Cason, recovering from a torn ACL, has entered the transfer portal after head coach Dusty May left for the NBA, signaling a shift in leadership and a focus on culture for his next team.

After a year‑long recovery from testicular cancer, Michigan’s top incoming freshman Marcus Moller is poised to join the Wolverines, bringing size, skill and a story of resilience to the program.

Despite Dusty May’s departure to the NBA, Michigan’s interim coach Mike Boynton Jr. has kept all nine members of the highly ranked incoming class, emphasizing continuity and a winning trajectory.

Michigan basketball recruit Quinn Costello has reaffirmed his commitment, joining five other incoming players who have also announced their intent to remain with the team. The only lingering question involves guard LJ Cason, who is recovering from an ACL tear.

Despite the exit of head coach Dusty May to the Dallas Mavericks, freshman forward Quinn Costello has reaffirmed his commitment to the Michigan Wolverines, joining 13 other players pledged to return for the upcoming season under interim head coach Mike Boynton Jr.

Marcus Möller, the 7‑3 Danish forward, has chosen to stay with Michigan amid a coaching change and a recent cancer diagnosis, signaling both loyalty and confidence in the program's direction.

The Wolverines announced they will keep their 7‑foot‑3 center Marcus Moller, redshirt forward Oscar Goodman and guard/forward Ricky Liburd for the upcoming season, underscoring continuity as the program moves into a new era.

Ricky Liburd, a redshirt freshman guard/forward, has decided to remain with the Michigan Wolverines after head coach Dusty May’s departure, while interim coach Mike Boynton Jr. prepares for the 2026‑27 season.

The program’s strategic retention of three pivotal players highlights its commitment to continuity and competitive momentum.