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Michigan Edges Maryland in Big Ten Semifinals with Last-Second Layup

Tre Donaldson's decisive basket with 0.4 seconds left sends Michigan to the Big Ten title game against Wisconsin.

Mar 15, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Wisconsin Badgers guard John Tonje (9) shoots the ball while Michigan State Spartans guard Jeremy Fears Jr. (1) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
Mar 15, 2025; Nashville, TN, USA; Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. (1) shoots over Alabama Crimson Tide forward Aiden Sherrell (22)during the first half at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Michigan's Tre Donaldson scored a game-winning layup in the final seconds, securing an 81-80 victory over Maryland in the Big Ten semifinals.
  • Maryland's freshman standout, Derik Queen, delivered a career-high 31 points, including 9-for-9 free throw shooting, but it wasn't enough to clinch the win.
  • Michigan dominated the rebounding battle, outpacing Maryland 47-18, with Danny Wolf and Vladislav Goldin combining for 24 rebounds.
  • The game featured 15 lead changes and 12 ties, with Maryland capitalizing on 19 Michigan turnovers for 29 points but struggling to secure defensive rebounds.
  • Michigan advances to face Wisconsin in the Big Ten championship game, while Maryland looks ahead to the NCAA Tournament with a likely No. 4 or 5 seed.