- Matchup: Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Michigan Wolverines
- Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
- Venue: Crisler Center, Ann Arbor, MI
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Michigan Wolverines (7-0) will host the Rutgers Scarlet Knights (5-4) at Crisler Center this Saturday.
In their last outing, the Rutgers Scarlet Knights faced off against Purdue, suffering a defeat with a score of 81-65. Rutgers amassed 18 personal fouls compared to Purdue’s 14. They sank 10 out of 26 three-point attempts. Purdue, shooting 85.0% from the foul line, converted 17 of 20 attempts. On the boards, Purdue clinched a total of 35 rebounds (10 offensive, 25 defensive) without any blocks. They also recorded 18 assists and 4 steals during the game. Defensively, Rutgers allowed their opponents to shoot 46.6% from the field, going 27 for 58. The Scarlet Knights had 12 assists, forced 9 turnovers, and tallied 6 steals. They gathered a total of 23 rebounds, including 6 offensive ones. From the free-throw line, Rutgers converted 7 of 11 attempts, achieving a 63.6% success rate. Overall, Rutgers posted a 44.6% field goal percentage, hitting 25 of 56 shots and making 8 out of 17 three-point attempts.
Dylan Grant stood out as a key player in this contest, contributing 13 points on 5 of 10 shooting over 24 minutes and grabbing 2 rebounds. His shooting percentage was a solid 50.0%, though he did not register any assists.
Rutgers enters this game with a record of 5-4 for the season. They average 71.0 points per game, ranking 304th nationally, while shooting at a rate of 42.4% from the field. Their three-point shooting stands at 35.5% (61 of 172) and they are converting 70.0% from the free-throw line. On average, the Scarlet Knights secure 37.1 rebounds and have tallied 103 assists this season, which places them 270th in the country. They commit approximately 11.0 turnovers and 16.0 fouls per game.
On defense, the Scarlet Knights force 11.3 turnovers per game while committing 19.9 personal fouls. They allow opponents to shoot 36.4% from beyond the arc and rank 105th nationally for points allowed per game at 69.1. The Rutgers defense permits a shooting percentage of 41.6% (224 of 538) and concedes 35.2 rebounds per game, ranking 265th in Division 1 for assists allowed with 119 given up this season.
In their last game, the Michigan Wolverines triumphed over Gonzaga with a decisive score of 101-61. Michigan allowed Gonzaga to grab 31 rebounds (10 offensive). They struggled from three-point range, shooting just 13.6% (3 of 22), but managed to go 8 of 15 from the free-throw line (53.3%). Gonzaga shot 25 of 74 from the field for a 33.8% efficiency. Meanwhile, Michigan was impressive, finishing 36 for 60 from the floor for a 60.0% shooting percentage, and successfully converting 13 of 27 three-point attempts (48.1%). The Wolverines capitalized on 22 fouls from Gonzaga, leading to 25 free-throw attempts. They also had 14 turnovers but made 7 steals, securing 42 rebounds (37 defensive, 5 offensive).
Yaxel Lendeborg was a standout for Michigan, scoring 20 points in just 27 minutes, along with 3 assists. He shot 6 of 9, marking a 66.7% shooting rate, and recorded 11 rebounds.
So far this season, the Wolverines hold a spotless 7-0 record. They commit 16.4 fouls per game and boast a free-throw percentage of 73.3%. Averaging 20.3 assists per contest (11th in D-1), they commit 13.7 turnovers per game. Michigan has amassed a total of 656 points this season, averaging 93.7 points per game while pulling in 46.6 rebounds.
On the defensive end, Michigan ranks 80th nationally in points allowed per game at 67.6. They force 12.3 turnovers per game and restrict opponents to a 34.4% shooting percentage (2nd in college basketball). The Wolverines give up 30.5% from beyond the arc and their opponents convert 68.5% of free throw attempts. They allow 10.7 assists and 33.6 rebounds per game, ranking 41st and 130th in college basketball, respectively.
Who will emerge victorious in this NCAA matchup against the spread?
Pick: Consider taking Michigan
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