Winters Grady, a promising four-star forward, has already started making waves with the Michigan basketball team. Standing at 6-foot-6, Grady entered the 2025 recruiting class as one of the premier shooting prospects, ranked 95th overall by the 247 Sports composite rankings. His early performances this season have shown glimpses of his potential.
In nine appearances, Grady attempted 19 three-pointers, connecting on six, which translates to a 31 percent success rate. Averaging 2.9 points in just 5.6 minutes per game, he hasn't seen extensive playing time, with no game exceeding 10 minutes. However, his perfect 2-for-2 from beyond the arc against Rutgers highlighted his sharpshooting ability.
Looking ahead, Michigan basketball is expected to lose some key players, positioning Grady as a crucial floor spacer and sharpshooter in the rotation next season. His potential to step into a larger role seems promising.
Despite the ever-present uncertainty in the transfer portal era, where player retention is never a given, Grady has confirmed his commitment to Michigan for the 2026-27 season. An injury sidelined him this year, but he's determined to return stronger.
In a recent chat on the "Go Blue Hoops Podcast," Grady expressed his enthusiasm about coming back and taking on a leadership role. He emphasized his desire to guide incoming transfers and uphold the team culture moving forward.
Grady's return is a beacon of stability for Michigan, and his development could be a game-changer for the team's future.