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REVEALED: Dusty May's OFFENSE Shatters Records with 69 First-Half Points | Wolverines Are BACK

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Nov 4, 2025
The Michigan basketball team shined in their season opener, racking up 121 points and setting a record with 69 first-half points. Morez Johnson Jr. led with 24 points, while Trey McKinney showcased his shooting prowess. The depth of the team emerged, with significant bench contributions. Transitioning to football, the Wolverines' defense showed improvement, limiting opponents' scoring. Challenges loom against Northwestern's elite defense, emphasizing the need for offensive efficiency as they head towards a crucial showdown with Ohio State.
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INSIGHT

Offense Immediately Transformed

  • Michigan's offense under Dusty May exploded for 69 first-half and 121 total points, signaling a fast, tempo-driven identity.
  • The performance felt different from prior years and suggests a potentially special, balanced team.
ANECDOTE

Merez Johnson Jr. Steals The Spotlight

  • Isaiah recounts being surprised as Merez Johnson Jr. unexpectedly took over scoring duties early in the game.
  • Johnson finished with a career-high 24 points in just 20 minutes, electrifying the crowd.
ANECDOTE

Trey McKinney Delivers Early

  • Isaiah describes Trey McKinney's unexpected hot shooting after preseason concerns about his play.
  • McKinney scored 21 points and hit six of eight threes, dispelling doubts about his readiness.
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