It’s been quite the turnaround for Michigan Wolverines men’s basketball in Year 1 under head coach Dusty May. After winning just eight games a year ago, the Wolverines are set to fly past that mark, already standing at 13-3. Michigan looks like one of the best squads in the Big Ten, and barring a disaster down the stretch, appears to be a lock to go back to the NCAA Tournament.
Of course, Michigan has been no stranger to the big dance since John Beilein took over in 2007. Even more impressive, the Wolverines have been successful in their tournament appearances despite not being considered one of basketball’s traditional “blue bloods.