LOS ANGELES -- Wandering down the Staples Center hall from one locker room to another, it's obvious what the coaches for both Michigan and Texas A&M have been stressing in advance of Thursday's Sweet 16 matchup: rebounding.
Every game has missed shots, but this one might have more than most. Michigan's defense ranks third in the country and has been lights out in two NCAA Tournament games so far. Texas A&M excels defensively as well and faces a Michigan offense that misfired plenty in the opening rounds.
The players are aware of this, especially given the Aggies' offensive rebounding prowess.