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Michigan basketball offers scholarship to Mateen Cleaves Jr

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Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Michigan basketball offers scholarship to Mateen Cleaves Jr
Summary

New Michigan head coach Mike Boynton Jr. has extended his first scholarship offer to Mateen Cleaves Jr., a four-star point guard from Glendale, AZ. This strategic move intensifies the rivalry with Michigan State, as Cleaves Jr. is the son of former Spartan star Mateen Cleaves Sr. The elder Cleaves is a Michigan State legend, having led the team to a national championship in 2000. Boynton's decision emphasizes his commitment to securing top talent despite familial connections to rivals. Cleaves Jr. has drawn attention for his strong performance and high rankings, sitting at No. 37 nationally and No. 6 among point guards in his class.

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  • •Mike Boynton Jr. is new head coach at Michigan.
  • •First scholarship offer goes to Mateen Cleaves Jr., class of 2028.
  • •Mateen Cleaves Sr. is a former Michigan State national champion.
  • •Cleaves Jr. has a strong reputation, classified as a four-star recruit.
  • •Boynton aims to reshape Michigan's recruiting.
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  • 4:00 AMYahoo Sports — Michigan Basketball's Boynton Jr. Makes Bold Move By Offering Mateen Cleaves Jr.
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New head coach Mike Boynton Jr. ignited the intrastate rivalry by extending his first scholarship offer to the son of Michigan State’s most iconic national championship legend.

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