Michigan Wolverines prepare as defending champions for summer basketball season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 12:00 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
The Michigan Wolverines men’s basketball team, fresh off a National Title victory, is gearing up for the summer season. Coach Dusty May, who led the team to prominence, will face challenges with the departure of the starting frontcourt. Returning players include Elliott Cadeau and Trey McKenney, who are expected to fortify the backcourt. Following a successful title run, Michigan aims to maintain its status as a top contender in the Big Ten. The Wolverines' recent success stemmed from effective NIL investments and a significant turnaround from their previous struggles.
- •Michigan won the NCAA Championship on April 11, 2026.
- •Coach Dusty May led the team after a tough previous season.
- •Elliott Cadeau and Trey McKenney will return next season.
- •The Wolverines aim to remain a top team in the Big Ten.
- •NIL investments played a key role in their turnaround.
- 12:00 AMYahoo Sports — Summer Basketball Preview: Michigan
"The Wolverines were a National Title team only a couple years removed from being under .500
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