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🏆 2026 National ChampionsLucas Oil Stadium · Indianapolis, IN

MICHIGAN WOLVERINES — 2026 NCAA CHAMPIONS

Michigan 69 · UConn 63 · April 6, 2026 · TBS/CBS

Michigan
MICHIGAN
37–3
69
FINAL
63
UConn
UCONN
34–6

The Michigan (37-3) Wolverines are the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball National Champions after defeating the UConn (34-6) Huskies 69–63 on April 6, 2026. Michigan secured its second title in program history and its first since 1989.

Key Performers

Elliot Cadeau
Named Tournament Most Outstanding Player · 19 points in the final
Yaxel Lendeborg
13 points
Morez Johnson Jr.
Double-double · 12 points & 10 rebounds
🎓 Head Coach Dusty May

This was the first championship for head coach Dusty May, who led the team to a program-record 37–3 finish.

🏅 Conference Milestone

The victory ended a 26-year championship drought for the Big Ten, which had not won a men's title since Michigan State in 2000.

Championship History

The Wolverines have made nine Final Four appearances and appeared in eight title games. Their impressive performance this season has reignited excitement among fans and set high expectations for the future. As they build on this success, the team looks forward to continuing their legacy in college basketball.

Championship Highlights

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Michigan didn't just win a championship — they rewrote the record books.
Champions. 2026. Go Blue. 〽️

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