Senior savvy: Experience shines through in NCAA Tournament
College basketball long ago reached the point when a team could make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament while relying on freshmen or sophomoresMARCH 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Big Ten comeback: Michigan topples LSU 86-78
Top-seeded Michigan salvaged the Big Ten’s best hope for NCAA Tournament glory Monday with an 86-78 win over talent-rich LSUMARCH 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
March Madness Top Moments: Second Round, Day 2
With spots in the Sweet 16 up for grabs, Monday's games brought even more upsets and excitement. Check out the highlights.MARCH 22, 2021
Howard, Michigan roll past Texas Southern in NCAA tourney
Juwan Howard got the win in his first NCAA Tournament game since taking over at Michigan, guiding Mike Smith and the top-seeded Wolverines to an 82-66 victory over Texas SouthernMARCH 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Michigan program in good hands with Howard
Juwan Howard has surely put fans at ease who wondered where the Michigan program was headed after John Beilein left the Wolverines for the NBA nearly two years agoMARCH 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
No. 9 Buckeyes edge No. 4 Michigan, make Big Ten title game
Duane Washington Jr. scored 24 points and EMARCH 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Michigan's Livers out indefinitely with foot injury
Michigan senior Isaiah Livers is out indefinitely with a stress injury in his right foot, a potentially major blow to one of the nation’s top teams with the NCAA Tournament approac...MARCH 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Howard tossed, No. 4 Michigan tops Terps, Big Ten semis next
Michigan coach Juwan Howard was ejected midway through the second half after getting a shouting match with Maryland coach Mark Turgeon, and the No. 4 Wolverines won 79-66 to reach...MARCH 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Michigan bracing to begin postseason without Eli Brooks Michigan is aware that it may have to try to win the Big Ten Tournament without him.
MARCH 11, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM
Eli Brooks Injury Update - The Morning After On today’s episode of FanDuel’s The Morning After, a sports betting show on SportsGrid network featuring Ariel Epstein and Jared Smith, the...
MARCH 8, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM
Michigan State beats No. 2 Michigan 70-64, boosts NCAA hopes
Rocket Watts scored 21 points and Aaron Henry had 18 to lead Michigan State to a 70-64 victory over No. 2 Michigan on Sunday that seems to seal coach Tom Izzo’s 23rd consecutive NC...MARCH 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Paces Wolverines on scoreboard Brooks totaled 11 points (3-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-5 FT), two assists, two steals and one rebound over 31 minutes in Tuesday's 76-53 loss to Illinois.
Impact Brooks was the only player to top 10 points for Michigan on Tuesday as the team struggled offensively against the Fighting Illini. Brooks has played at least 30 minutes in each of the last seven games, averaging 9.3 points and 3.4 rebounds over 32.3 minutes per contest during that time.
MARCH 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Intense No. 4 Illinois makes statement, drubs No. 2 Michigan
Andre Curbelo scored 11 of his 17 points in the first half, and No. 4 Illinois dismantled No. 2 Michigan with a smothering defensive performance, routing the Wolverines 76-53MARCH 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Dickinson's 22 lifts No. 3 Michigan over No. 4 Ohio St 92-87
Hunter Dickinson had 22 points and nine rebounds and Eli Brooks scored 17 as No. 3 Michigan held off No. 4 Ohio State 92-87FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Leads team in assists Brooks recorded four points (1-5 FG 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four assists, three rebounds and one steal over 30 minutes in Thursday's 71-64 win over Rutgers.
Impact Brooks wasn't very productive on the scoreboard while shooting 20 percent from the floor Thursday, but he salvaged some fantasy scoring with a team-high four assists against the Scarlet Knights. The senior is averaging 7.8 points and 4.0 rebounds over 28.8 minutes per game across the past four games.
FEBRUARY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
No. 7 Michigan uses strong defense to rout Purdue 70-53
Isaiah Livers matched his season high with 22 points, Eli Brooks added 11 and No. 7 Michigan relied on a staunch defense to beat Purdue 70-53 on Friday nightJANUARY 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Basketball Insider: Michigan strength coach Jon Sanderson is one of nation’s best Michigan strength coach Jon Sanderson reflects upon players who made the most amazing gains during his time with the program.
JANUARY 21, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM
Effective in return Brooks had seven points (2-5 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five assists and four rebounds across 22 minutes in Tuesday's 87-63 victory over Maryland.
Impact Brooks missed Saturday's contest against Minnesota due to a foot issue, and while he played one of his lower minutes total of the year, he still contributed across the board for rotisserie players. Barring any setbacks, he appears poised to retake some minutes from Chaundee Brown moving forward.
JANUARY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
No. 7 Michigan back on track after 87-63 rout of Maryland
Mike Smith made three early 3-pointers as No. 7 Michigan raced to a 17-3 lead, and the Wolverines had little difficulty beating Maryland 87-63JANUARY 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
WATCH: Phil Martelli discusses the absence of Eli Brooks against Minnesota Michigan assistant coach Phil Martelli discusses the impact of Eli Brooks' absence against Minnesota.
JANUARY 19, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM
In starting five Brooks (foot) will rejoin the starting five for Tuesday's game against Maryland, James Hawkins of The Detroit News reports.
Impact Brooks will ultimately miss just one game because of the foot injury and looks ready for a full workload based on his inclusion in the starting five. Brooks isn't exactly a fantasy darling but does sport a serviceable line on the season, averaging 8.7 points, 3.6 assists and a steal per contest thus far.
JANUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Spotted warming up Brooks (foot) was seen warming up ahead of Tuesday's game against Maryland, Theo Mackie of Michigan Daily reports.
Impact This is a good sign for Brooks' prospects of suiting up Tuesday. This foot injury kept him out of this past weekend's game against Minnesota. If he does play, it's unclear if he will put right back in the starting lineup, however.
JANUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Considered a game-time call Brooks (foot) is a game-time decision for Tuesday's game against Maryland, Andrew Kahn of MLive.com reports.
Impact The senior guard has been dealing with a foot injury of late that kept him out Saturday against Minnesota. Brooks was able to participate in some activity during Monday's practice but his status for Tuesday's game is still yet to be determined. Brooks' status should come into focus as tipoff approaches. If he's unable to play, Chaundee Brown would likely get another start.
JANUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
No. 23 Minnesota hands No. 7 Michigan 1st loss in 75-57 romp
Liam Robbins had 22 points and eight rebounds in 22 minutes to lead No. 23 Minnesota to a 75-57 victory over No. 7 MichiganJANUARY 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Not playing Saturday Brooks (foot) won't play Saturday against Minnesota.
Impact The Wolverines will be without the services of Brooks after he suffered a strained right foot in practice. He's known to be the Wolverines best perimeter defender and his absence could lead to a big game from the Gophers' top scorer in Marcus Carr. Chaundee Brown is expected to start in his place as Brooks' next chance to play will come against Maryland on Jan. 19.
JANUARY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
