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Michigan Advances to Elite Eight, Joining Texas, South Carolina

Michigan beat Louisville 71-52, powered by a 16‑0 run, to reach the Elite Eight, joining Texas and South Carolina.

The Wolverines erased an 11‑point deficit with a 16‑0 second‑quarter burst and then scored 17 straight points in the third to secure a 71‑52 win over Louisville in the Sweet 16. The victory marks Michigan’s second Elite Eight appearance in five seasons, joining top seeds Texas and South Carolina.