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Jordan Poole's Buzzer-Beater Propels Michigan to Final Four

7/4/2025

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In 2018, Jordan Poole delivered a stunning mid-court buzzer-beater against Houston, igniting Michigan's unexpected journey to the Final Four in the NCAA Tournament. Despite a challenging game, Poole's clutch shot became a defining moment, culminating in a thrilling championship showdown against Villanova and sealing a remarkable Cinderella season for the Wolverines.

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In 2018, Jordan Poole delivered a stunning mid-court buzzer-beater against Houston, igniting Michigan's unexpected journey to the Final Four in the NCAA Tournament. Despite a challenging game, Poole's clutch shot became a defining moment, culminating in a thrilling championship showdown against Villanova and sealing a remarkable Cinderella season for the Wolverines.