Michigan reaffirmed its No. 1 ranking with a 91-80 victory over Purdue, combining size and sharpshooting to dominate Purdue’s home crowd. The Wolverines held the edge for 33 straight minutes, fueled by a 16-0 run sparked by L.J.

Cason’s free throws. Aday Mara, the 7-foot-3 big man, anchored the paint with 10 first-half points and eight rebounds, altering shots and dishing assists. Coach Dusty May praised the team’s resilience: "We knew it would go all 10 rounds," he said, noting Mara’s ability to create opportunities for teammates.