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No. 3 Michigan Tops Minnesota to Clinch Share of Big Ten Title

Michigan matched a school record with 16 Big Ten wins and improved to 26-2 overall with 14 three-pointers, including nine in the second half, officials said.

  • On Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, No. 3 Michigan defeated Minnesota 77-67 at Crisler Center to clinch at least a share of the Big Ten title.
  • After trailing by four at halftime, Michigan made 9 of 18 three-pointers in the second half, with guards Cadeau and Cason contributing significantly against Minnesota Golden Gophers.
  • Michigan matched a school record with 16 Big Ten wins and improved to 26-2 overall, their 26-2 start the best in program history, while leading the all-time series 100-71 and holding a 60-22 home record vs. Minnesota.
  • Michigan can clinch the Big Ten title outright with one win in its final three games, including at Illinois on Friday, Feb. 27.
  • As a result, the clinch served as a rebound for No. 3 Michigan after a loss to Duke, with Mara scoring 10 points and Lendeborg held to three.
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Gophers unable to keep pace in loss to No. 3 Michigan

Gophers men’s basketball coach Niko Medved warned Monday on his radio show about third-ranked Michigan’s “spurt-ability.” He looked prophetic come Tuesday. The Wolverines displayed that ability to go on quick runs, with a 19-5 burst to effectively put away a 77-67 win over Minnesota at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The Wolverines (26-2, 16-1 Big Ten) clinched a share of the Big Ten regular-season championship with a victory, while Minne…

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No. 3 Michigan tops Minnesota to clinch share of Big Ten title

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No. 3 Michigan beats Minnesota 77-67, clinches at least share of 1st Big Ten title since 2021

Elliot Cadeau had 15 points and L.J. Cason scored 11 of his 14 points in the second half as No. 3 Michigan beat Minnesota 77-67 to clinch at least a share of the Big Ten title for the first time in five years.

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The Detroit News broke the news in Detroit, United States on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
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