Roster Full of Transfers Carries Michigan to National Title | LatestLY

Michigan sealed a 69-63 win over UConn as Roddy Gayle Jr. grabbed the final rebound and heaved the ball before the horn, igniting a confetti-strewn celebration. In his second season, coach Dusty May’s all-transfer starting lineup overcame cold shooting and a rebounding deficit, while a hobbled All-American Yaxel Lendeborg gutted through 36 minutes. Elliot Cadeau scored 19 points and was named Final Four most outstanding player; Morez Johnson Jr. had 12 points and 10 rebounds, and Aday Mara helped limit Tarris Reed Jr., delivering Michigan’s first title in 37 years.