Michigan wins national championship: Live updates, reactions, analysis as Wolverines outlast UConn for title
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The Michigan Wolverines won the 2026 national championship by defeating the UConn Huskies 69-63. This is Michigan's second national title in program history and their first since 1989.
Michigan defeated UConn 69-63 to capture the national championship. The Wolverines had a cold start but improved in the second half. Elliot Cadeau had 19 points and two assists, while Yaxel Lendeborg added 13 points. Both teams dealt with injuries, including UConn guard Solo Ball and Lendeborg. Michigan becomes the first team to win a national title two or fewer seasons removed from winning less than 10 games. The Wolverines' victory marks their first national title since 1989.
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