The Michigan Insider

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Michigan Basketball Insider: Dusty May cooking in the transfer portal, AGAIN! Apr 08, 2025

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In this episode of The Michigan Basketball Insider, Sam Webb and Tim McCormick share season-ending reflections and discuss roster construction after another successful run in the transfer portal for Dusty May. Tim and Sam share their thoughts on the departures of Justin Pippen, Sam Walters, and especially Tre Donaldson. Then they weigh in on the additions of North Carolina transfer Elliot Cadeau, Illinois transfer Morez Johnson, and UAB transfer Yaxel Lendeborg. The podcast concludes with a conversation about other possible targets including UCLA's Aday Mara and Kansas's Flory Bidunga.

Looking back on Michigan's first season under Dusty May following Sweet Sixteen loss Mar 29, 2025

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In this episode, Zach Shaw and Alejandro Zúñiga break down the Michigan men’s basketball team’s loss to No. 1 Auburn in the Sweet Sixteen, and break down the Wolverines’ season as a whole in Dusty May’s first year as head coach.

The two open with a reaction to Michigan’s loss to Auburn in Atlanta. They discuss the Wolverines’ mistakes, and arguably a missed opportunity to put the Tigers in a deeper hole early, and also the realty that, when Auburn wakes up, it’s a tough team to beat in Atlanta.

They then take a reflective tone, looking back at what was most impressive about Michigan’s postseason run, how the Wolverines’ 2024-25 season will be remembered and what stood out about the season as a whole.

They close with a brief peek at the offseason ahead, discussing Michigan’s transfer portal needs, what the roster may look like and early expectations for the summer ahead.

Steady Droppin' Dimes - Sweet 16 breakdown & UM goes big man shopping in transfer portal Mar 28, 2025

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This week on Steady Droppin' Dimes, Sam Webb and Daniel Horton discuss the Michigan basketball team's outlook in the Sweet 16 after its successful run through the opening weekend. The conversation shifts to the transfer portal and Daniel's breakdown of someone of the early big man targets that the Wolverines are showing interest in.

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Michigan Basketball Insider: Sweet 16 Preview Mar 28, 2025

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In this episode of The Michigan Basketball Insider, Sam Webb and Tim McCormick discuss Michigan's run to the Sweet 16, highlighting the team's continued resilience and coaching adjustments. They praised Roddy Gayle’s brilliant effort versus Texas A&M and the mental toughness he showed in the months leading up to it to never give up on shooting the basketball. They also highlighted LJ Cason’s crucial ability to attack the Aggies off the dribble. From there Tre Donaldson's growth into a clutch player was discussed, noting his key performances against Maryland, Wisconsin, and Texas A&M. They also credited Dusty May's strategic changes and the team's improved defense and rebounding. Then, despite being 10-point underdogs against Auburn, Tim predicted that Michigan's depth and May’s superior coaching acumen compared to Bruce Pearl would lead to a one-point victory for the Wolverines. They emphasized the importance of avoiding foul trouble for Vlad Goldin and Danny Wolf in order to get the W, potentially setting up a Michigan-Michigan State Elite Eight matchup.

Takeaways: Michigan out-muscles Texas A&M, rallies again to advance to Sweet Sixteen Mar 23, 2025

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In this episode, Zach Shaw and Alejandro Zúñiga break down their takeaways from Michigan men’s basketball team’s impressive comeback win over Texas A&M to advance to the Sweet Sixteen.

They open with a micro look at what led the Wolverines past the Aggies. They break down Roddy Gayle Jr.’s breakthrough game, in which he scored a season-high 26 points, including 21 in the second half. They also lookout the breakout showing from LJ Cason, who offered a spark off the bench in both halves in arguably his best game with the Wolverines.

In the second half of the episode, they expand the discussion to team trends. They break down how the Wolverines out-muscled one of the nation’s most physical teams, and why that’s different than what Michigan showed during much of the regular season. They also detail the Wolverines’ continued success at “finding a way” in close games, and what that means for a tough Sweet Sixteen matchup looming in Atlanta.

Michigan Recruiting Insider - Unprecedented slate of big-time DB targets visiting UM this spring Mar 21, 2025

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On this week's edition of The Michigan Recruiting Insider Sam Webb and Brice Marich discussed 2026 defensive back recruiting, and its contribution to the unprecedented run of top recruits slated to visit Ann Arbor this spring. Key prospects covered include Jordan Thomas, Joey O'Brien, Ayden Pouncey, Chase Calicutt, Jett Washington, Salessi Moa. Andre Clark, Khary Adams, and more.

Steady Droppin' Dimes - NCAA Tourney talk: Is it time to do away with spring football games? Mar 20, 2025

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This week on Steady Droppin' Dimes, Sam Webb, Devin Gardner and Daniel Horton discuss the Michigan basketball team's outlook in the NCAA Tournament after its sudden run to the Big Ten Tournament Title. They express optimism about the team's potential to reach the Elite Eight. The conversation shifts to Michigan football's spring ball, with the crew defending Michigan's decision to hold a spring game despite other coaches canceling them due to concerns about player poaching. They emphasize the importance of giving players opportunities to showcase their skills and the positive culture at Michigan, which contributes to player retention.

Live from Denver: Keys for Michigan vs. UC San Diego, and predictions for the opening weekend Mar 20, 2025

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In this episode, Michigan beat writers Zach Shaw and Alejandro Zúñiga break down what they learned at Wednesday’s media day in Denver, as well as their keys and predictions for the Wolverines in their first-round NCAA Tournament matchup against UC-San Diego.

They open with a discussion of the Tritons, who attempt a lot of 3s and force a ton of turnovers. The two discuss what Dusty May and Michigan players had to say about the matchup, and how big of a concern UCSD’s tendencies are.

They then look at the Wolverines’ unique experience in the NCAA Tournament, with three starters and a coaching staff with experience of major NCAA Tournament upsets. They debate the value of that, as well as Michigan’s “heightened awareness” to not “play with a fear of failure.”

They close up the podcast with a discussion of some of the Tritons’ top players and storylines, as well as predict whether Michigan can avoid the upset.

Michigan Basketball Insider: NCAA Tournament preview - will the Wolverines' run continue? Mar 19, 2025

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For this week's episode, Sam Webb was joined by Tim McCormick for a special LIVE edition of the Michigan Basketball Insider to recap the Wolverines run the Big Ten Tournament title, and preview the NCAA Tournament. They highlight the team's resilience, defensive improvements, and the play of Vlad Goldin, Danny Wolf, and Roddy Gayle. And they offered special praise for the clutch performances turned in by Tre Donaldson. Tim gives kudos to Dusty May and his staff for development of the team over the course of the season, and making the right adjustments at the end. Next, Tim takes a deep dive into scouting Michigan's first round opponent in the NCAA Tournament, UC San Diego. He predicts the Wolverines will win and face Texas A&M in the next round. He expressed confidence in Michigan's potential to reach the Sweet 16 and possibly the Elite Eight, with a potential matchup against Michigan State being a highlight.

🏀✏️NCAA Tournament preview/mega-pod spectacular: Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander pick every March Madness game and reveal their brackets! Mar 19, 2025

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Ladies and Gentlemen. We made it. The all-encompassing NCAA Tournament preview that will take you from Dayton all the way to San Antonio. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander guide you through all 67 games and gives you an idea of the team that can win it all!

07:00 - South Region Breakdown

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19:00 - West Region Breakdown

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