Michigan's Dominance on Display in Big Ten Clash
University Park, USATue Jan 06 2026
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Michigan's basketball team is on a roll, boasting an impressive 13-0 record and a top spot in the polls. Their recent performances have been nothing short of dominant, with 10 wins by 20 or more points. The Wolverines are led by Yaxel Lendeborg, who averages 15 points per game, and Morez Johnson Jr. , close behind with 14. 8 points per game.
Penn State, on the other hand, has a 9-5 record but is struggling in the Big Ten with a 0-3 record. Their top scorer is rookie guard Kayden Mingo, averaging 14. 9 points per game. The Nittany Lions have a better home record against Michigan, with 10 wins at the Jordan Center, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this season.
The Wolverines are coming off a big win against No. 24 USC, 96-66. They have three wins over nationally ranked opponents this season. Last year, Michigan beat Penn State 76-72 on the road. The game is set for 7 p. m. at the Jordan Center, with the matchup airing on Fox Sports 1.
Meanwhile, the NBA is heading to China next season, with the Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets set to play preseason games in Macao. The games will be held at the Venetian Arena, owned by the Sands Corp. This move is part of the NBA's ongoing efforts to expand its global reach.
In college basketball, the Arizona Wildcats held onto the No. 1 spot in the AP Top 25 poll, narrowly edging out Michigan by just one point. The Wolverines have been making a strong push, thanks to their dominant performances against ranked opponents. The top six teams in the poll remained unchanged.
On the women's side, the Mount Aloysius College team secured a 56-50 victory over Penn State-Harrisburg. Annalyn Isaacs and Molly Kosmack led the way with 13 points each, and Kosmack added 13 rebounds. The Mount Aloysius team now has a 4-7 record.
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