The Michigan Wolverines are set to face off against the Howard Bison in the NCAA Tournament's first round. After Howard's victory over UMBC in the play-in game, they earned their spot in the Round of 64.
The clash is scheduled for Thursday at 7:10 p.m. ET in Buffalo, New York, and will be broadcast on CBS with Brian Anderson and Jim Jackson providing commentary.
Anderson's play-by-play skills are top-notch, promising an engaging viewing experience for fans.
Howard enters the tournament with a solid 24-10 record, having secured their place by defeating North Carolina Central in the MEAC Tournament Championship and edging out UMBC in a tight contest. The Bison are powered by their experienced backcourt duo, Cedric Taylor III and Bryce Harris.
Both guards are averaging 17.1 points per game, but Harris stands out with his shooting prowess, hitting 48.4% from the field and 37.4% from three-point range. Taylor, while effective, is less of a threat from beyond the arc with a 28.0% conversion rate.
Size could play a pivotal role in this matchup. Howard's tallest player, freshman center Danas Kazakevičius, stands at 6-foot-10, which might give Michigan an edge in the paint. The Wolverines will likely aim to capitalize on this by utilizing Aday Mara and Morez Johnson Jr. down low.
Looking ahead, if Michigan advances past Howard, they'll face the winner of the Georgia versus Saint Louis game in the Round of 32. The stakes will be high with a coveted spot in the Sweet Sixteen in Chicago on the line.