Against a Pittsburgh team that struggled on defense, Michigan found momentum after a slow first half, eventually steamrolling the Panthers, 91-60, to open the Legends Classic. The Wolverines will face Arizona State Thursday night (9:00 p.m.) after the Sun Devils knocked off VCU, 63-59.
On a night where the offense found it highest level of the season and the defense stood up to Pitt’s tests, the Wolverines won against little resistance down the stretch. But that doesn’t mean tonight’s game was any less impactful for the Wolverines.
Here are five takeaways from the blowout, including Dug McDaniel’s arrival, Joey Baker’s shooting, and clean execution by the starting five.
The takeaways
- Dug McDaniel shows off his talent
- Joey Baker efficient as sixth man
- Starters protecting the ball
- Everyone eats
- Jett Howard in foul trouble
Five Takeaways
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