Michigan 87, UC Riverside 42
Moe Wagner reacts to Jordan Poole's block/three sequence. [James Coller/MGoBlog]
Things you need to know from this game:
Wilton Speight announced he'll grad-transfer during the second half.
Four Wolverines scored in double figures, led by Moe Wagner with 21.
Eli Brooks finally got some production out of the point guard position, scoring eight on 3-for-6 shooting (2-for-4 3P) and handing out a couple assists in 18 minutes.
Charles Matthews dished out 12 assists. Muhammad-Ali Abdur-Rahkman, meanwhile, had his sixth straight game with at least four assists (five) and recorded only his second turnover of the season.
There was a 7:30 stretch in the first half during which UC Riverside went 0-for-9 from the field with seven turnovers.
Jordan Poole did this:
That's worth another look:
Oh, twist my arm, here's another reaction shot:
[Coller]
Further takeaways from this game will come in a more comprehensive Basketbullets on Tuesday.
[Hit THE JUMP for the box score.]
November 26th, 2017 at 6:32 PM ^
November 26th, 2017 at 6:38 PM ^
November 26th, 2017 at 6:40 PM ^
... I think this team can make some big waves this year. Bielien can be a mad scientist.
November 26th, 2017 at 6:54 PM ^
Beilein. It's only "Bielien" after a loss.
November 26th, 2017 at 7:36 PM ^
November 26th, 2017 at 8:29 PM ^
It's UC Riverside. Call me when they beat somebody. Beilein should be feeling pressure.
/Stringer Bell'd
November 26th, 2017 at 11:13 PM ^
they have UNC Wednesday. First test against a legit team. UNC will probably be out for blood after they way they played tonight.
November 26th, 2017 at 9:51 PM ^
i before e, except after .... wins
November 27th, 2017 at 3:53 AM ^
Except we are dealing with Germans here.
December 3rd, 2017 at 12:58 AM ^
You got me man... I'll go with coach B next time... I just downvoted myself for being an idiot. Really glad my real name isn't on here.
November 26th, 2017 at 6:41 PM ^
The team that returned from Hawaii looks much better than the team that struggled with baby seals earlier in the month
November 26th, 2017 at 7:58 PM ^
Charles Matthews has emerged as their alpha dog with Moe as the #2 option which is for the best because it's hard for a team to be successful with a C as their primary option. MAAR feels comfortable as the 3rd scorer where he can blend in and score if necessary.
November 26th, 2017 at 9:00 PM ^
Well, Robinson is def the third scorer, but otherwise you're spot on. That and Brooks' emergence.
November 26th, 2017 at 9:24 PM ^
MAAR is the 3rd option. Robinson is purely a sniper who can fill up the scoreboard quickly but otherwise, MAAR is a reliable option with his shooting and ability to drive.
November 27th, 2017 at 4:36 AM ^
November 27th, 2017 at 4:49 PM ^
C as their primary option. Look at the top team in the country. Most of it are PG or wing player driven team because they get the ball the majority of the time.
It's not 1980 or 1990 where you can just throw the ball to C at low post and let them work.
January 16th, 2018 at 12:01 PM ^
You can just throw it to the center and let them work....if you have a good center with post up game.
November 26th, 2017 at 6:58 PM ^
They looked fierce. And deep on the bench as well.
November 26th, 2017 at 7:13 PM ^
Agaist UC Riverside....Big West conference beasts
November 26th, 2017 at 8:36 PM ^
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November 27th, 2017 at 1:22 PM ^
What is happening on Tuesday?
November 26th, 2017 at 9:03 PM ^
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