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Michigan's Yaxel Lendeborg Felt 'Disrespected' by Alabama in Sweet 16 Win

Michigan's Yaxel Lendeborg Felt 'Disrespected' by Alabama in Sweet 16 Win

Summary

Michigan's men's basketball team, the Wolverines, has advanced to the Elite Eight in the NCAA Tournament after beating Alabama 90-77. Yaxel Lendeborg, a senior forward on Michigan's team, played a crucial role in the game, scoring 23 points. He expressed feeling disrespected when an Alabama freshman guarded him.

Key Facts

  • Michigan won against Alabama 90-77 in the Sweet 16 round.
  • The game was part of the NCAA men's basketball tournament.
  • Yaxel Lendeborg scored 23 points, with 12 rebounds, 7 assists, and 2 steals.
  • At halftime, Alabama was leading 49-47, but Michigan took control after.
  • Lendeborg's performance included an important three-pointer in the second half.
  • Michigan has the third-best odds to win the NCAA national title, according to DraftKings.
  • Michigan last reached the NCAA National Championship in 2018.
  • Michigan's only NCAA national title was won in 1989.

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