March 22, 2025 — Michigan showcased resilience Saturday, overcoming shaky performance against No. 4 seed Texas A&M, clinching 91-79 victory in NCAA Tournament second round. Wolverines trailed by double digits, often 10 points, especially in first half, with team slipping toward trouble. Texas A&M led 39-35 at halftime break – Sports Yahoo report.
Second half turned tide. Roddy Gayle Jr. sparked comeback, sinking free throws to give Wolverines first lead, 71-70, with 6:08 left. From there, Michigan seized control. Aggies, dominant early, faded as game became gritty battle between squads. At one point, Texas A&M stretched lead to 60-50 with 13:17 remaining, but Gayle’s heroics shifted momentum.
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Michigan stretched advantage to 82-73 late, thwarting Texas A&M’s final push. Hunter Goldin dominated post, leading Wolverines with 23 points and 11 rebounds. Gayle, off bench, dropped 26 points, hitting 4-of-6 from three-point range, driving Michigan to victory.
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Despite flaws, Wolverines advance. Next NCAA Tournament rounds unfold: Sweet 16 on March 27-28, Elite Eight March 29-30, Final Four April 5, and championship April 7, both at Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas.