Arizona, Michigan and Final Four
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Former "Fab Five" member Jalen Rose says the Final Four game between Michigan and Arizona is the real NCAA "championship game."
SportsLine's model simulated Michigan Wolverines vs. Arizona Wildcats and revealed its college basketball picks for this NCAA Tournament 2026 Final Four matchup on Saturday
Michigan is second (87.7-69.6), and Arizona is fifth (86.5-68.8). When Arizona and Michigan meet on the court, it could be a high-scoring game that might go down to the final minutes. Look for Arizona's perimeter shooters to get into rhythm as well.
The Wolverines and Wildcats are both coming off a pair of impressive performances, as Michigan defeated Tennessee 95-62 and Arizona took down Purdue 79-64 in the Elite Eight. The winner will take on either No.
All that talent at Arizona and Michigan. All that momentum and good vibes at UConn. And somebody has to play the part of the unheralded “little guy.” At the Final Four next weekend, that role belongs,
UCLA coach Mick Cronin, who played all four Final Four teams, predicts Michigan will beat Arizona in the tournament.
ESPN analyst Jay Bilas says Michigan's Final Four game against Arizona will be decided by free throws, a key advantage for the Wildcats.