FINAL FOUR REACTION: Michigan mutilates Arizona đą UConn wins a grinder over Illinois
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The CBS Sports Eye on College Basketball Podcast delivers a high-energy reaction to a historic Final Four, where Michigan dismantled Arizona 91-73 in a dominant performance that shocked the college basketball world. Despite Arizona's Big 12 dominance and Yaxel Lindenburgâs early injury and foul trouble, Michiganâs depth and physicality overwhelmed the Wildcats, with key contributions from players like Cadeau and Mara, and a standout 14-minute effort from a visibly injured Lindenburg. The episode highlights Michiganâs unprecedented ability to win all five NCAA tournament games by double digits, making them the only team in history to score 90+ points in each of those games. In the second game, UConn narrowly defeated Illinois 71-62 in a grinding, defensive battle, with Braylon Mullins delivering a game-sealing three-pointer in the final 52 seconds. The podcast reflects on Mullinsâ journey, his familyâs pride, and the historic freshman duo of Mullins and Keaton Wagler becoming the first in Final Four history to each score 15+ points in a title game. The episode closes with anticipation for the national championship, where Michigan is a 7.5-point favorite against a resilient UConn team led by Dan Hurley, setting up a compelling clash between a dominant powerhouse and a program with a proven track record of success under pressure.
Michigan became the first team in NCAA history to score 90+ points in each of their first five tournament games, winning all by double digits.
Yaxel Lindenburg played just 14 minutes due to injury but still inspired Michiganâs team with his presence, and his defiance of medical advice to return was a defining moment.
Braylon Mullins hit a dagger three with 52 seconds left to seal UConnâs win over Illinois, capping a career-defining performance.
UConn and Michigan are set to meet in the national championship, with Michigan favored by 7.5 points despite concerns over Lindenburgâs health.
Illinoisâ inability to solve UConnâs defense, especially in ball-screen action, was a key factor in their 9-point loss, continuing a troubling trend in their matchups.
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Opening Chaos & Final Four Aftermath
The hosts kick off the podcast with a chaotic, late-night energy, joking about their presence at Lucas Oil Stadium and the absurdity of reacting to the Final Four immediately after the games. They set the tone with humor, self-awareness, and a clear focus on delivering immediate, unfiltered reactions to the nightâs events.
Michiganâs Destruction of Arizona: A 30-Point Masterclass
âMichigan just won 91-73, became the only team ever to score 90 plus points in its first five NCAA tournament games and in every single one of those games win by double figures.â
Yaxel Lindenburgâs Heroic Return & the Michigan Motivation Story
âHe told me his family and his agent told him at halftime, you're not going back in the game. And he said, screw you. I got cleared. I'm going to play apparently spring.â
UConnâs Grinding Win Over Illinois & Braylon Mullinsâ Game-Winning Shot
âHe just caught it and let it fly from 25 feet. Yeah. Quick, quick release, which is why he's going to be a top 20 pick in the draft and make a lot of money at six fix six and letting it go like that.â
Legacy, Draft Prospects & the Road to Monday Night
The episode concludes with a forward-looking segment, discussing the legacies of players like Mullins, Wagler, and Bradley, and the implications of their performances for the NBA draft. The hosts preview the national championship, emphasizing the stakes, the narrative, and the unpredictability of the matchup between Michigan and UConn.
âHe told me his family and his agent told him at halftime, you're not going back in the game. And he said, screw you. I got cleared. I'm going to play apparently spring.â
âMichigan just won 91-73, became the only team ever to score 90 plus points in its first five NCAA tournament games and in every single one of those games win by double figures.â
âHe just caught it and let it fly from 25 feet. Yeah. Quick, quick release, which is why he's going to be a top 20 pick in the draft and make a lot of money at six fix six and letting it go like that.â
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Michigan Wolverines
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Arizona Wildcats
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UConn Huskies
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Illinois Fighting Illini
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Yaxel Lindenburg
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Braylon Mullins
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Keaton Wagler
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Dan Hurley
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Gary Parish
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Tommy Lloyd
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