The Wolverines are struggling to protect the basket as Louisville has 10 points in the paint in the early going. Zak Irvin and Mark Donnal have each hit from beyond the arc to help Michigan keep pace.
At the 11:49 mark of the first half, the Cardinals lead 17-14.
Something to watch: Michigan has already been called for five fouls. Two more puts Louisville in the penalty for the remainder of the first half.
Louisville out to an early lead
D.J. Wilson got things started by forcing a turnover on Louisville's opening possession before coming back down the floor and hitting a mid-range jumper to get Michigan on the board.