Michigan basketball coach John Beilein discusses NCAA tournament win over Montana, March 21, 2019 in Des Moines, Iowa. Nick Baumgardner, Freep
DES MOINES, Iowa — Here are 16 reasons why Michigan will beat Florida and get to the Sweet 16. But there’s no reason they have to stop there. These are the same reasons why Michigan can get to the Elite Eight, beat Gonzaga (I predict) and get to the Final Four:
1. They don’t have to face Michigan State or Duke, at least, not until the Final Four. That's a heck of a place to start a long run.