Posted on Thu, Nov 12, 2009 : 4:46 p.m.
Michigan basketball starts its march toward NCAA tournament on Saturday
By Pete Bigelow
Michigan basketball coach John Beilein talks during basketball media day last month at Crisler Arena.
Lon Horwedel | AnnArbor.com
For the first time in a decade, the Michigan basketball team won an NCAA tournament game last year. Now the Wolverines are hoping to build on their success.
They kick off their 2009-2010 season Saturday night, facing Northern Michigan at Crisler Arena at 7 p.m.
Here's a season-opening primer to get you prepared for the months ahead:
STORIES
- The secret to John Beilein's coaching success lies in his unorthodox schemes.
- Freshman Darius Morris feels comfortable leading the Wolverines.
- Dick Vitale and Jay Bilas have high praise for Michigan this season.
- Five key questions about this year's team.
- Five key games on this year's schedule that could make or break the season.
- Big Ten previews - with Purdue, Penn State and Michigan State still to come.
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aareader
Thu, Nov 12, 2009 : 11:24 p.m.
I am excited about this season. The team was great fun to watch last year and I believe they will be taking it up a big notch this year. AND they will make a lot of noise in the BIg 10 plus get a lot of attention in the NCAA next March. GO BLUE!