Michigan Wolverines Outpace Ducks with Second Half Surge

The Michigan Wolverines improved their record to 4-0 after a decisive 81-71 victory over the Oregon Ducks, who now stand at 0-4. The game, held at Matthew Knight Arena, saw the Wolverines take control in the second half to secure their win.

First Half

The first half was a tightly contested affair with both teams exchanging leads. The Ducks managed to edge out a slight advantage by halftime, leading 41-40. Key contributions from Elliot Cadeau and Nimari Burnett kept Michigan within striking distance. Cadeau's sharp shooting resulted in him scoring 17 points while also dishing out five assists.

Second Half

In the second half, the Maize and Blue turned up their defensive intensity and offensive efficiency. They outscored Oregon by 11 points in this period, thanks largely to Aday Mara's presence in the paint and Yaxel Lendeborg's tenacity on both ends of the floor. Mara contributed significantly with three blocks and efficient scoring inside.

Key Moments

One of the Michigan Wolverines vs Oregon Ducks key moments came when Nimari Burnett hit back-to-back three-pointers early in the second half that shifted momentum firmly in favor of Michigan. This pivotal play helped extend their lead beyond reach for Oregon.

Final Thoughts

Reflecting on this Michigan Wolverines vs Oregon Ducks recap, it was evident that Michigan's depth played a crucial role as they received substantial contributions from their bench players who added 22 points collectively.

Looking ahead, fans can catch more action as Michigan hosts Indiana Hoosiers at Crisler Center on January 20th at 7:00 PM EST. The game will be available for streaming on Peacock.

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