Overview
- Cincinnati built a lead of up to 20 points and took a 52-34 halftime edge before Michigan's late rally fell short.
- Michigan committed 14 turnovers in the first half and 20 overall while allowing Cincinnati to shoot 55 percent.
- Yaxel Lendeborg led Michigan with 31 points and 12 rebounds, with Elliott Cadeau adding 14 points and seven assists.
- The teams combined for 83 free throws, with Michigan converting 41 of 48 to stay within reach in the second half.
- Frontcourt transfers Aday Mara and Morez Johnson Jr. sat with minor injuries, and Michigan next plays an Oct. 25 exhibition at Madison Square Garden before the Nov. 3 opener.