Overview
- Michigan beat Arizona 91-73 on Saturday in Indianapolis to book a spot in Monday’s national championship game.
- Freshman center Aday Mara posted 26 points, 9 rebounds, 3 assists and 2 blocks, becoming the first Spanish player to reach an NCAA final.
- UConn awaits after a 71-62 win over Illinois, setting up a matchup with a program that won titles in 2023 and 2024.
- Michigan controlled the semifinal from the jump, opening 10-1 and leading 48-32 at halftime while hitting 44% from three.
- The Wolverines now seek their first national championship since 1989 after making their first Final Four since 2018.