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Moustapha Thiam stays at Michigan despite coaching change

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 1, 2026, 3:15 AM

Last updated Jul 1, 2026

Moustapha Thiam stays at Michigan despite coaching change
Summary

Moustapha Thiam, a center who transferred to Michigan after one season with the Cincinnati Bearcats, has decided to remain with the Wolverines. This decision comes following the departure of head coach Dusty May to the NBA's Dallas Mavericks. Thiam, standing at 7-foot-2, averaged 12.8 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 1.6 blocks over 31 games during his sophomore season with the Bearcats. He began his collegiate career at UCF, where he averaged 10.4 points and 6.4 rebounds in 34 games. Thiam committed to Michigan in April.

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  • •Moustapha Thiam transferred from Cincinnati Bearcats to Michigan.
  • •He averaged 12.8 points and 7.1 rebounds last season.
  • •Thiam is 7-foot-2 and previously played for UCF.
  • •He announced his commitment to Michigan in April.
  • •Head coach Dusty May recently left for the NBA's Dallas Mavericks.
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  • 3:15 AMYahoo Sports — Moustapha Thiam, ex-UC Bearcats center, staying at Michigan | Report
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Moustapha Thiam transferred to Michigan after playing one season for the Cincinnati Bearcats.

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