Overview
- Second-seeded Michigan defeated seventh-seeded NC State 92-63 in Ann Arbor to advance to the women’s NCAA Tournament Sweet 16.
- NC State star guard Zoe Brooks, on crutches with a protective boot, was ruled out Sunday morning after being injured in Friday’s win over Tennessee.
- Wolfpack coach Wes Moore emphasized protecting Brooks’ future and said Michigan’s performance stood on its own despite her absence.
- Freshman Destiny Lunan started in Brooks’ place and was limited by foul trouble, finishing with six points in 15 minutes.
- Brooks started 31 games this season and averaged 16.0 points, a team-high 4.3 assists, and 4.7 rebounds.