Michigan Postgame Recap: Michigan dunks Saint Louis to secure a spot in the Sweet 16

Michigan secured a 95-72 victory over Saint Louis in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, advancing to the Sweet 16. Big Ten Player of the Year Yaxel Lendeborg led the team with 25 points, while Aday Mara made a substantial impact by recording 16 points, five rebounds, five assists, and four of the Wolverines' nine blocks. Elliot Cadeau contributed 12 points, eight assists, and only two turnovers. Michigan's transition offense proved decisive, as evidenced by 20 team assists, and the defense was particularly effective against Billikens' standout Robbie Avila, who was limited to nine points on 3-for-13 shooting. Sam Webb, Josh Newkirk, and Alejandro Zungia (reporting live from Buffalo), emphasized Michigan's cohesiveness and athleticism, highlighting key momentum plays such as Lendeborg's transition dunk in the second half and the reverse alley-oop from Lendeborg to Mara in the first half. Michigan will face either Alabama or Texas Tech in the Sweet 16, with both potential opponents possibly missing key players due to injury or suspension. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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Michigan Postgame Recap: Michigan dunks Saint Louis to secure a spot in the Sweet 16 is an episode from The Wolverine247 Michigan Football Podcast.

This episode is 24:33 long.

This episode was published on Mar 22, 2026.

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