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Michigan Lands 7-Foot-2 Cincinnati Center Moustapha Thiam From Transfer Portal

The shot-blocking sophomore fills a clear need at center on Dusty May's retooled, title-winning roster.

Feb 24, 2026; Lubbock, Texas, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats center Moustapha Thiam (52) shoots against Texas Tech Red Raiders forward Luke Bamgboye (9) in the first half at United Supermarkets Arena. Mandatory Credit: Michael C. Johnson-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Thiam committed to Michigan on Friday after an early‑week visit to Ann Arbor, with his pledge reported by ESPN’s Shams Charania and announced on Instagram.
  • He averaged 12.8 points, 7.1 rebounds and 1.6 blocks last season for Cincinnati while starting 31 games and shooting 52.5% from the field.
  • His rim protection produced 50 blocks and helped the Bearcats rank No. 10 in KenPom’s adjusted defensive efficiency.
  • The Dakar native will have two seasons of eligibility at Michigan after previous stops at UCF and Cincinnati.
  • The addition fills Michigan’s need for a true rim protector and follows portal pickups J.P. Estrella and Jalen Reed, with multiple outlets rating Thiam a top‑15 transfer.