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Michigan basketball looks potent in season-opening win, 96-82, over Bowling Green

There weren't any fans at Crisler Center on Wednesday night.

And there wasn't any defense, either.

Michigan basketball raced to a 96-82 season-opening win over Bowling Green, shooting over 50% from the field and knocking down 10 3s.

The Wolverines had five players reach double digits, led by Chaundee Brown (19 points), Isaiah Livers (17) and Mike Smith (16).

Here are takeaways from Michigan's first game:

Early look at starting five, rotation

Michigan's starting lineup was as expected: Smith, Brooks, Wagner, Livers and Austin Davis. But the Wolverines weren't afraid to go to the bench early and often — especially in the front-court.