Utah State at Michigan

Michigan is making a habit of finding their way into the NIT. Things looked like they were about to change. They opened 14-3 and 2-0 in the Big 10, but then the wheels fell off. It is easy to understand why they did not get an NCAA bid. They have won just five games since Jan. 20, and three of those wins were against Minnesota. What else need be said? Utah St. is one of the best coached teams in the country, and you can be sure they will come prepared to play. This team not only knocked off Nevada, they knocked them off twice. They also won at Oral Roberts, so this team can play. Michigan has trouble scoring, but defends well, and in a game where points will be at a premium we like them here.