Lendeborg stars as Michigan rolls past Tennessee and into Final Four

Michigan Wolverines News

Lendeborg stars as Michigan rolls past Tennessee and into Final Four
College SportsElliot CadeauMichigan
  • 📰 AP
  • ⏱ Reading Time:
  • 291 sec. here
  • 24 min. at publisher
  • 📊 Quality Score:
  • News: 183%
  • Publisher: 51%

Yaxel Lendeborg scored 27 points, Elliot Cadeau had 10 assists and Michigan rolled into the Final Four by overwhelming Tennessee for a dominant 95-62 victory in the NCAA Tournament. Morez Johnson Jr. added 12 points as top-seeded Michigan posted its 11th victory this season by at least 30 points.

The Afternoon WireHacked hospitals, hidden spyware: Iran conflict shows how digital fight is ingrained in warfareArizona reaches its first Final Four in 25 years with 79-64 win over PurdueEsta es la tripulación de Artemis, la primera misión de la NASA a la Luna en más de medio sigloA red fox stows away on a cargo ship, traveling from England to the USA Medicaid 'spend down' may get an older person long-term care coverage but isn't a DIY strategyAt Middle Creek, timing and distance shape a photo of migrating geeseThe World in PicturesPeople often miscalculate climate choices, a study says.

One surprise is owning a dogWorries about flying seem to be taking off. Here's how to cope with in-flight anxietyColorectal cancer is rising in younger adults. Here's who is most at risk and symptoms to watch forJury finds Instagram and YouTube liable in a landmark social media addiction trialIsraeli police prevent Catholic leaders from celebrating Palm Sunday Mass at Jerusalem churchEl papa León XIV rechaza en Domingo de Ramos las afirmaciones de que Dios justifica la guerraLive updates: Iran warns the US against a ground invasion as regional powers meet in PakistanHacked hospitals, hidden spyware: Iran conflict shows how digital fight is ingrained in warfareArizona reaches its first Final Four in 25 years with 79-64 win over PurdueEsta es la tripulación de Artemis, la primera misión de la NASA a la Luna en más de medio sigloA red fox stows away on a cargo ship, traveling from England to the USA Medicaid 'spend down' may get an older person long-term care coverage but isn't a DIY strategyAt Middle Creek, timing and distance shape a photo of migrating geeseThe World in PicturesPeople often miscalculate climate choices, a study says. One surprise is owning a dogWorries about flying seem to be taking off. Here's how to cope with in-flight anxietyColorectal cancer is rising in younger adults. Here's who is most at risk and symptoms to watch forJury finds Instagram and YouTube liable in a landmark social media addiction trialIsraeli police prevent Catholic leaders from celebrating Palm Sunday Mass at Jerusalem churchEl papa León XIV rechaza en Domingo de Ramos las afirmaciones de que Dios justifica la guerra | Michigan’s Yaxel Lendeborg celebrates during the second half in the Elite Eight of the NCAA college basketball tournament against Tennessee, Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Chicago. Michigan’s Yaxel Lendeborg celebrates with teammate Trey McKenney during the first half in the Elite Eight of the NCAA college basketball tournament against Tennessee, Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Chicago. Michigan’s Elliot Cadeau heads to the basket as Tennessee’s Ja’kobi Gillespie defends during the first half in the Elite Eight of the NCAA college basketball tournament, Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Chicago. Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes is seen on the sidelines during the first half in the Elite Eight of the NCAA college basketball tournament against Michigan, Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Chicago. Tennessee’s Ja’kobi Gillespie brings the ball down the court as Michigan’s Morez Johnson Jr. and Nimari Burnett defend during the second half in the Elite Eight of the NCAA college basketball tournament, Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Chicago. Michigan’s Yaxel Lendeborg celebrates during the second half in the Elite Eight of the NCAA college basketball tournament against Tennessee, Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Chicago. Michigan’s Yaxel Lendeborg celebrates during the second half in the Elite Eight of the NCAA college basketball tournament against Tennessee, Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Chicago. Michigan’s Yaxel Lendeborg celebrates with teammate Trey McKenney during the first half in the Elite Eight of the NCAA college basketball tournament against Tennessee, Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Chicago. Michigan’s Yaxel Lendeborg celebrates with teammate Trey McKenney during the first half in the Elite Eight of the NCAA college basketball tournament against Tennessee, Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Chicago. Michigan’s Elliot Cadeau heads to the basket as Tennessee’s Ja’kobi Gillespie defends during the first half in the Elite Eight of the NCAA college basketball tournament, Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Chicago. Michigan’s Elliot Cadeau heads to the basket as Tennessee’s Ja’kobi Gillespie defends during the first half in the Elite Eight of the NCAA college basketball tournament, Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Chicago. Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes is seen on the sidelines during the first half in the Elite Eight of the NCAA college basketball tournament against Michigan, Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Chicago. Tennessee head coach Rick Barnes is seen on the sidelines during the first half in the Elite Eight of the NCAA college basketball tournament against Michigan, Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Chicago. Tennessee’s Ja’kobi Gillespie brings the ball down the court as Michigan’s Morez Johnson Jr. and Nimari Burnett defend during the second half in the Elite Eight of the NCAA college basketball tournament, Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Chicago. Tennessee’s Ja’kobi Gillespie brings the ball down the court as Michigan’s Morez Johnson Jr. and Nimari Burnett defend during the second half in the Elite Eight of the NCAA college basketball tournament, Sunday, March 29, 2026, in Chicago. CHICAGO — Yaxel Lendeborg scored 27 points, Elliot Cadeau had 10 assists and Michigan rolled into the Final Four, overwhelming Tennessee for a 95-62 victory in the NCAA Tournament on Sunday. Morez Johnson Jr. added 12 points for top-seeded Michigan, which posted its 11th victory this season by at least 30 points. Aday Mara had 11 points and blocked two shots in the Midwest Region final.The Wolverines became the first school to win at least four games in an NCAA tourney by double digits while scoring at least 90 points in each. Lendeborg, the Big Ten player of the year, was 10 for 19 from the field. He became the first Michigan player to score at least 23 points in three consecutive NCAA Tournament games since Juwan Howard did it in four straight in 1994. Ja’Kobi Gillespie scored 21 points on 8-of-22 shooting for Tennessee . Felix Okpara finished with 10 points and seven rebounds.Cohen is a national baseball writer and an editor on the AP’s sports desk. Based in Chicago, he also covers hockey, football and basketball, along with international water polo.2171

We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here. Read more:

AP /  🏆 728. in US

College Sports Elliot Cadeau Michigan Tennessee NCAA Mens Division I Basketball Championship Basketball College Basketball Mens College Basketball Illinois IL State Wire March Madness NCAA Tournament NCAA Mens Bracket MI State Wire TN State Wire Michigan Wolverines Mens Basketball Yaxel Lendeborg Felix Okpara Sports

 

United States Latest News, United States Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Yaxel Lendeborg stars as top-seeded Michigan beats Alabama 90-77 in Sweet 16Yaxel Lendeborg stars as top-seeded Michigan beats Alabama 90-77 in Sweet 16Yaxel Lendeborg had 23 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists in a dazzling all-around performance, and Michigan beat Alabama 90-77 on Friday night to advance to
Read more »

Lendeborg stars as Michigan beats Alabama 90-77 in Sweet 16Lendeborg stars as Michigan beats Alabama 90-77 in Sweet 16Yaxel Lendeborg had 23 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists in a dazzling all-around performance, and Michigan beat Alabama 90-77 to advance to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament for the first time in five years. Trey McKenney and Elliot Cadeau each scored 17 points as top-seeded Michigan set a school record with its 34th win of the season.
Read more »

Yaxel Lendeborg stars as top-seeded Michigan beats Alabama 90-77 in Sweet 16Yaxel Lendeborg stars as top-seeded Michigan beats Alabama 90-77 in Sweet 16Yaxel Lendeborg had 23 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists in a dazzling all-around performance, and Michigan beat Alabama 90-77 to advance to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament for the first time in five years.
Read more »

Yaxel Lendeborg stars as top-seeded Michigan beats Alabama 90-77 in Sweet 16Yaxel Lendeborg stars as top-seeded Michigan beats Alabama 90-77 in Sweet 16Montgomery, Alabama
Read more »

Yaxel Lendeborg stars as top-seeded Michigan beats Alabama 90-77 in Sweet 16Yaxel Lendeborg stars as top-seeded Michigan beats Alabama 90-77 in Sweet 16Yaxel Lendeborg had 23 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists in a dazzling all-around performance, and Michigan beat Alabama 90-77 to advance to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament for the first time in five years
Read more »

Yaxel Lendeborg Passed on the NBA and Became Michigan’s March Madness MonsterYaxel Lendeborg Passed on the NBA and Became Michigan’s March Madness MonsterThe Wolverines joyful big man could have been a first-round draft pick last year, but chose to return to college and help Michigan chase a national championship.
Read more »



Render Time: 2026-03-31 23:27:21