Tennessee looked like they had finally got the game under control with a 60-54 lead with a little over 8 minutes to play.

But the Wolverines finished the game with outstanding defense, outscoring the Vols 22-8 to end the game. Eli Brooks made a couple great drives to the basket to help lead the Wolverines to a 4 point lead with a couple minutes to play, and then Michigan would stop the Vols on one side of the court and hit their free throws on the other side.

Michigan at 17-14 had the worst record of any team in the Field of 68. Many said the Big 10 shouldn’t have been rewarded with so many bids. The Wolverines have silenced all the critics – they just knocked off a Tennessee team many thought could win the national championship.

Congratulations to the Wolverines, who are the first double digit seed to make it to the Sweet 16 this year!