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Khani Rooths, Michigan's Highest 2024 Recruit, Decommits After Juwan Howard Firing

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Michigan's 2024 men's basketball recruiting class has taken a hit following the firing of head coach Juwan Howard.

Joe Tipton of On3 reported that 2024 Top-30 recruit Khani Rooths officially decommitted from the Wolverines Monday. Additionally, Tipton reported that the Wolverines leading scorer from Dug McDermott had entered the transfer portal.

Howard was fired Friday following five seasons as the programs head coach. He compiled an 87-72 overall record with two NCAA Tournament appearances and a trip to the elite eight in 2020-21. An 8-24 2023-24 season, combined with claims that Howard had created a "culture of fear" in the program, ultimately led to his departure.