The No. 24 Michigan Wolverines continued their impressive run with a decisive 91-75 victory over Washington on Sunday, marking their fifth consecutive win. Vladislav Goldin led the charge with 19 points, while Nimari Burnett contributed 16 points to the scoring effort. Roddy Gayle Jr. made a significant impact in his return from injury, adding 15 points after missing a game due to a bruised knee sustained against USC.
The game began with Washington briefly taking a 5-4 lead, but Michigan quickly regained control with a layup from Tre Donaldson, establishing a lead they would not relinquish. The Wolverines expanded their advantage to as much as 19 points in the second half, demonstrating their dominance on both ends of the court. Great Osobor led Washington with 23 points, including 16 in the first half, while teammates Zoom Diallo and Mekhi Mason each chipped in with 13 points. However, the Huskies struggled to find their rhythm, suffering their fourth consecutive road loss.
A key moment in the game came when Michigan held Washington scoreless for the final 1:51 of the first half, allowing them to take a 38-28 lead into halftime. The Wolverines maintained their momentum by starting the second half strong, showcasing their efficient offense and tenacious defense. Michigan, which entered the game boasting the nation’s top shooting percentage at 51.9%, finished with an impressive 52.7% shooting performance against the Huskies, including a remarkable 58.6% in the first half. Looking ahead, Washington will return home to face No. 20 Purdue on Wednesday, while Michigan prepares to take on Minnesota on Thursday night.
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