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No. 2 Michigan Survives Penn State Rally to Stay Unbeaten

Late defensive stops highlighted concerns over rebounding lapses.

Overview

  • Michigan edged Penn State 74-72 after Freddie Dilione V’s contested three at the buzzer bounced off the rim.
  • The Wolverines moved to 14-0 overall and 4-0 in the Big Ten after leading by 15 before the Lions’ late surge.
  • L.J. Cason scored 14 points, all before halftime, while Penn State’s Ivan Jurić posted a career-high 20.
  • Penn State grabbed 15 offensive rebounds and converted 22 second-chance points, exposing Michigan’s hustle and rebounding issues.
  • Coach Dusty May praised two final stops and labeled the scare a teachable moment, with Penn State missing top guard Kayden Mingo due to injury.