Michigan Holds Off UConn 69-63 To Win NCAA Title

Michigan captured its first national championship in 36 years Monday night, defeating UConn 69-63 behind a dominant second-half performance. Guard Elliot Cadeau earned Most Outstanding Player honors with 19 points. The Wolverines became the first program to defeat UConn in the Sweet 16 or beyond since Michigan State in the 2009 Final Four. Michigan controlled the paint and free throw line, combining for 61 points in those two areas compared to UConn's 34. "When you bring a group this talented...