Michigan coach talks about going back out on the road for the first time in over a month and the challenges Illinois will pose in Thursday's matchup.
Ann Arbor — It appears sophomore forward Isaiah Livers is nearing a return.
After sitting out the past two games due to back spasms, Michigan coach John Beilein was optimistic about Livers’ chances to play Thursday at Illinois.
“He was able to practice yesterday to some degree and we're very hopeful,” Beilein said Wednesday.
Livers was dressed and went through pregame warm-ups during Michigan’s home wins over Penn State and Indiana last week, only to be listed as “doubtful” to play shortly before tip-off.