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Undefeated Wolverines Aim for Historic Season Finish

1/6/2026

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Wolverines Stay Undefeated

University of Michigan's Michigan Wolverines men's basketball team is undefeated at 13-0 with a 30.2-point margin.
They defeated USC 96-66, their third straight win over ranked opponents by at least 30 points.
Coach Dusty May emphasizes daily improvement as they prepare for Penn State and Michigan State.
The Wolverines rank No. 2 in the AP Poll, trailing Arizona, and aim to finish undefeated, a feat Indiana last achieved in 1976.

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Lendeborg's Injury Update

Yaxel Lendeborg, Michigan star forward, is listed as questionable with a calf strain from the win over USC, and coach Dusty May says he is day-to-day and a game-time decision for the Penn State matchup.
Nimari Burnett, who needed stitches after the same game, is expected to play after practicing fully.
The Wolverines aim to maintain their undefeated streak as they prepare for the Penn State game.

History

Historical Context

The 1975-76 Indiana Hoosiers, led by Coach Bob Knight, achieved an unprecedented 32-0 season, culminating in a national championship victory over Michigan. This remarkable feat remains unmatched in NCAA men's basketball history, as no team has completed an entire season undefeated since. The current University of Michigan Wolverines, aiming for a similar legacy, are currently 13-0 under Coach Dusty May.

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Wolverines Stay Undefeated

University of Michigan's Michigan Wolverines men's basketball team is undefeated at 13-0 with a 30.2-point margin.
They defeated USC 96-66, their third straight win over ranked opponents by at least 30 points.
Coach Dusty May emphasizes daily improvement as they prepare for Penn State and Michigan State.
The Wolverines rank No. 2 in the AP Poll, trailing Arizona, and aim to finish undefeated, a feat Indiana last achieved in 1976.

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