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Houston Baptist guard Myles Pierre (4) dribbles the ball while defended by Michigan forward Isaiah Livers (2) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Friday, Nov. 22, 2019. (AP Photo/Tony Ding)
Howard has Michigan rolling entering big game at Louisville

By Tim Reynolds Dec. 02, 2019 02:10 AM EST
MIAMI (AP) — Juwan Howard breaks out the Cabbage Patch dance only for special

Michigan head coach Juwan Howard gives directions against Saginaw Valley State during the second half of an NCAA exhibition college basketball game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Friday, Nov. 1, 2019. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Back at Michigan, Howard begins a new challenge

By Noah Trister Nov. 06, 2019 02:36 AM EST
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Juwan Howard was musing recently about the state of

Michigan guard Zavier Simpson (3) makes a layup as Appalachian State forward Kendall Lewis (2) defends during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game, Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019, in Ann Arbor, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Michigan wins Howard's debut, 79-71 over Appalachian State

By Noah Trister Nov. 05, 2019 09:22 PM EST
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Juwan Howard felt plenty of support at his first game

Michigan head basketball coach Juwan Howard attends an open practice, Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019, in Ann Arbor, Mich. Michigan held its men's basketball media day Thursday, another first for Howard as he prepares for his initial season at the helm. The former Fab Five star returned to his school after coach John Beilein left for the NBA this offseason. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
Howard's first Michigan team has to replace lots of scoring

By Noah Trister Oct. 23, 2019 05:14 PM EDT
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Juwan Howard will have an immediate chance to put his stamp

Michigan head basketball coach Juwan Howard attends an open practice, Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019 in Ann Arbor, Mich. Michigan held its men's basketball media day Thursday, another first for Howard as he prepares for his initial season at the helm. The former Fab Five star returned to his school after coach John Beilein left for the NBA this offseason. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)
New coach Juwan Howard talks up Michigan at media day

By Noah Trister Oct. 17, 2019 06:17 PM EDT
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — When asked if anything about his new job has surprised him,

FILE - In this Feb. 16, 2019, file photo, Louisville forward Jordan Nwora (33) attempts to drive past the defense of Clemson forward Elijah Thomas (14) during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Louisville, Ky. The return of forwards Jordan Nwora and Steven Enoch could make the Cardinals a top-10 team heading into next season. (AP Photo/Timothy D. Easley, File)
Winners and losers of the NBA's draft withdrawal deadline

By John Marshall May. 30, 2019 04:18 PM EDT
Zion Williamson, Ja Morant and RJ Barrett all remained in the NBA draft through the

Michigan's Brazdeikis staying in draft

May. 22, 2019 12:20 AM EDT
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan's Iggy Brazdeikis is staying in the NBA draft.

FILE - In this March 28, 2019 file photo, Michigan coach John Beilein shouts during the first half of the team's NCAA men's college basketball tournament West Region semifinal against Texas Tech in Anaheim, Calif. Cleveland has signed Beilein to a five-year contract, three people familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Monday, May 13. The deal came together quickly in the past 24 hours and was finalized Sunday after the Cavs had spent the weekend in Denver interviewing several NBA assistants. The people spoke to The AP condition of anonymity because the team had not announced the hire. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)
John Beilein brought success, pride to Michigan

By Noah Trister May. 13, 2019 06:07 PM EDT
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — John Beilein called it a heck of a ride. That

Michigan says Jordan Poole staying in draft

Apr. 23, 2019 07:07 PM EDT
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan says guard Jordan Poole is staying in the NBA draft.

Texas Tech forward Deshawn Corprew, middle, reaches for a loose ball between Michigan guard Zavier Simpson, left, and guard Charles Matthews during the first half an NCAA men's college basketball tournament West Region semifinal Thursday, March 28, 2019, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
Michigan trio declaring for NBA draft, but can still return

Apr. 09, 2019 05:59 PM EDT
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Michigan's Charles Matthews, Iggy Brazdeikis and Jordan Poole

Virginia players celebrate after the championship game against Texas Tech in the Final Four NCAA college basketball tournament, Monday, April 8, 2019, in Minneapolis. Virginia won 85-77 in overtime. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)
Way-too-early poll for the 2019-20 college hoops season

By John Marshall Apr. 09, 2019 10:10 AM EDT
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Virginia pulled off one of the great redemption stories in NCAA

Michigan guard Charles Matthews leaves the court during the team's loss to Texas Tech in an NCAA men's college basketball tournament West Region semifinal Thursday, March 28, 2019, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
Another Sweet 16 for Michigan, but no further glory

By Noah Trister Mar. 29, 2019 03:37 PM EDT
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — In the past two seasons, Michigan reached a Final Four and a

Michigan coach John Beilein reacts during the second half of the team's NCAA men's college basketball tournament West Region semifinal against Texas Tech on Thursday, March 28, 2019, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
D up: Texas Tech clamps down in 63-44 win over Michigan

By Eddie Pells Mar. 29, 2019 01:11 AM EDT
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — More than 24 minutes into the game, the nation's best defense

Michigan forward Ignas Brazdeikis, middle, drives to the basket between Texas Tech forward Deshawn Corprew, let, and guard Jarrett Culver during the first half an NCAA men's college basketball tournament West Region semifinal Thursday, March 28, 2019, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
D up: Texas Tech clamps down in 63-44 win over Michigan

By Eddie Pells Mar. 29, 2019 12:17 AM EDT
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — More than 24 minutes into the game, the nation's best defense

Florida State forward Mfiondu Kabengele, top, blocks a shot by Gonzaga forward Rui Hachimura during the first half of an NCAA men's college basketball tournament West Regional semifinal Thursday, March 28, 2019, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)
Texas Tech Red Raiders at Gonzaga Bulldogs 3/30/2019

Mar. 28, 2019 07:22 PM EDT

Virginia's Mamadi Diakite (25) shoots over Oregon's Kenny Wooten (14) during the first half of a men's NCAA Tournament college basketball South Regional semifinal game, Thursday, March 28, 2019, in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
NCAA Latest: Jerome helps Virginia outlast Oregon 53-49

By The Associated Press Mar. 28, 2019 04:53 PM EDT
The Latest on the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament (all times Eastern):

FILE - Top, in a Jan. 3, 2019, file photo, Michigan guard Zavier Simpson (3), left, defends against Penn State guard Rasir Bolton during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Ann Arbor, Mich. At right, in a Jan. 6, 2019, file photo, Michigan guard Charles Matthews, right, knocks the ball away from Indiana guard Aljami Durham in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Ann Arbor, Mich. Michigan State and Michigan reached the Sweet 16 on the strength of their defense, so the two rivals have that in common, at least. But the Spartans and Wolverines have slightly different ways of shutting down opponents. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya, File)
Michigan State, Michigan in Sweet 16 because of defense

By Noah Trister Mar. 26, 2019 06:19 PM EDT
EAST LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Put aside all that talk of a rivalry for a second. Right

Florida center Kevarrius Hayes walks off the court after a second round men's college basketball game against Michigan in the NCAA Tournament, Saturday, March 23, 2019, in Des Moines, Iowa. Michigan won 64-49. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Michigan returning to Sweet 16 after toppling Florida 64-49

By Eric Olson Mar. 23, 2019 07:57 PM EDT
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Michigan's biggest concern against Florida was facing the

Kentucky's Tyler Herro, left, looks to pass as he is guarded by Wofford's Fletcher Magee (3) during the first half of a second-round game in the NCAA men’s college basketball tournament in Jacksonville, Fla., Saturday, March 23, 2019. (AP Photo/John Raoux)
NCAA Latest: Auburn trounces Kansas to reach Sweet 16

By The Associated Press Mar. 23, 2019 12:19 PM EDT
The Latest on the second round of the NCAA Tournament (all times Eastern):

Gonzaga forward Killian Tillie (33) dunks between Fairleigh Dickinson's Elyjah Williams (21) and Kaleb Bishop (12) during the second half of a first-round game in the NCAA men’s college basketball tournament Thursday, March 21, 2019, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Healthy Killian Tillie makes Gonzaga tough to defend

By John Marshall Mar. 22, 2019 07:48 PM EDT
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Gonzaga forward Killian Tillie returned from a foot injury in