Michigan Dominates Washington: A Thrilling 91-75 Showdown Recap (Jan 12, 2025)

ANN ARBOR, Mich. — — Vladislav Goldin contributed 19 points, while Nimari Burnett added 16 to guide No. 24 Michigan to a 91-75 triumph over Washington on Sunday.

This marked the Wolverines’ (13-3, 5-0 Big Ten) fifth consecutive victory. Roddy Gayle Jr. made 15 points upon his return to the squad after missing a match due to a bruised knee sustained against USC.

Following Washington’s 5-4 advantage, Tre Donaldson netted a layup that allowed Michigan to take the lead permanently. The Wolverines extended their lead to as much as 19 points during the second half.

Great Osobor recorded 23 points, featuring 16 in the initial half, while Zoom Diallo and Mekhi Mason each contributed 13 for Washington (10-7, 1-5).

Insights

Washington: The Huskies continued to face difficulties on the road this season. Washington remains 0-4 away from home and has now fallen in three consecutive games.

Michigan: This is the first occasion since the 2020-21 season that the Wolverines have achieved five straight Big Ten victories. Additionally, Michigan improved its home record this season to 9-0.

Crucial Moment

Michigan held Washington without a score during the final 1:51 of the first half, establishing a 38-28 lead at halftime. The Wolverines then gradually began to pull away at the beginning of the second half to secure the victory via an effective defense and by succeeding in seven of their first nine attempts.

Important Stat

Michigan entered the matchup leading the nation with a shooting percentage of 51.9% from the field and concluded the game with a 52.7% shooting performance against Washington. The Wolverines converted 58.6% of their field goal attempts in the first half.

Coming Up Next

Washington is set to return home to face No. 20 Purdue on Wednesday evening.

Michigan will compete against Minnesota on Thursday evening.

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