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Wolverines Grind Out Tough Road Win Over Huskies
15 Jan
Summary
- Michigan secured an 82-72 road victory against Washington.
- Key players Lendeborg, Johnson, and Mara dominated scoring.
- Wolverines struggled with three-point shooting throughout the game.
The Michigan Wolverines secured a crucial conference victory early Thursday morning ET, defeating the Washington Huskies 82-72 in Seattle. Despite trailing at times, Michigan’s resilience and strong performances from its key players allowed them to shake off a recent loss and clinch the double-digit win on the road.
The Wolverines relied heavily on their primary scorers: Yaxel Lendeborg, Morez Johnson Jr., and Aday Mara. Johnson nearly recorded a double-double in the first half alone, finishing with 16 points and 16 rebounds, while Mara was nearly unstoppable, scoring 20 points on 10-of-11 shooting with three blocks. Lendeborg also contributed significantly, especially late in the game, with 14 points and seven rebounds.
Despite the offensive contributions from its stars, Michigan struggled significantly from three-point range, making only 5 of 23 attempts. This weakness, along with Washington's bench outscoring Michigan's in the second half, kept the game competitive. However, Michigan's ability to draw fouls and their strong finish, including an 11-2 run, ultimately sealed the victory.
