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Michigan Wins NCAA Championship; Cadeau Returns for Senior Year

4/10/2026

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Summary

Wolverines Claim Championship

Michigan won the NCAA tournament by defeating UConn, earning its first championship since 1989.
Guard Elliot Cadeau announced his return for his senior year, opting out of the NBA draft.
Cadeau averaged 12.3 points and 7.5 assists during the tournament.
Cadeau earned the Final Four Most Outstanding Player award.
The Wolverines finished 37-3 and used a five-transfer roster, becoming the first team to win the NCAA tournament with a lineup.

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Estrella Joins Wolverines

J.P. Estrella, a 6-foot-11 transfer from Tennessee, committed to Michigan for the 2026-27 season.
Estrella averaged 10.0 points and 5.4 rebounds in 18 minutes per game this past season.
His addition follows Michigan's recent national title win and continues the trend under coach Dusty May after Vlad Goldin and Danny Wolf.
He ranks eighth nationally in offensive rebounding and has two years of eligibility remaining.

History

Historical Context

The University of Michigan won its first NCAA basketball championship on April 3, 1989, defeating Seton Hall 80–79 in overtime. This victory, led by interim coach Steve Fisher and standout Glen Rice, who scored 31 points, marked a significant milestone for Michigan's basketball program. The Wolverines have since aimed to maintain competitive excellence, evidenced by their ongoing recruitment efforts.

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Wolverines Claim Championship

Michigan won the NCAA tournament by defeating UConn, earning its first championship since 1989.
Guard Elliot Cadeau announced his return for his senior year, opting out of the NBA draft.
Cadeau averaged 12.3 points and 7.5 assists during the tournament.
Cadeau earned the Final Four Most Outstanding Player award.
The Wolverines finished 37-3 and used a five-transfer roster, becoming the first team to win the NCAA tournament with a lineup.

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