Michigan Bounces Back: Five Lessons from the Northwestern Comeback

The Wolverines surged back from a 16‑point deficit to secure an 87‑75 victory over the Wildcats, moving their record to 23‑1 overall and 13‑1 in the Big Ten.

Key Moments

• Early Struggles: Michigan trailed by 16 points in the first half.
• Energy Surge: A relentless second‑half run turned the game, leaving the Wildcats stunned.

Lessons Learned

• Never Underestimate Lower‑Tier Teams: Even a low‑ranked opponent can surprise you if complacency creeps in.
• Bench Impact: L. J. Cason delivered 18 points and four steals in just 18 minutes, proving the value of role players.
• Consistency from Freshmen: Trey McKenney added 12 points, including a go‑ahead three in the fourth quarter.
• Dominant Rebounding: Lendeborg averaged 9.3 boards per game, securing control of the pace.

Road Ahead

With only six conference games remaining, Michigan is on the brink of clinching a Big Ten title for the first time since 2021. They still need wins at Purdue and Illinois, plus a home game against Michigan State. A nine‑game winning streak propels them into the next matchup, where they’ll face UCLA at Crisler.