Michigan basketball went 0-2 in Lithuania, but what did the two exhibition losses reveal about Mike Boynton Jr.’s Wolverines heading into the 2026-27 season?On this episode of Go Blue Hoops, former Michigan and NBA standout Tim McCormick breaks down Michigan’s performances against Lithuania’s Senior National Team and National B Team, what stood out from the Wolverines’ young roster, and what these games could tell us about the rotation moving forward.Michigan faced experienced, physical international competition and was forced to adjust on the fly as injuries, foul trouble and a shortened rotation created opportunities for several young players. The freshman class delivered one of the biggest positives of the Lithuania trip, combining for 45 points in the opening game and providing an early look at the depth Michigan could have this season.Tim also takes an early shot at Michigan’s projected rotation and starting lineup, evaluates the performances of the freshmen, newcomers and returning players, and examines how the Wolverines are coming together under Mike Boynton Jr.In this episode, we cover:What Michigan’s 0-2 start in Lithuania really meansThe Wolverines’ 96-84 loss to Lithuania’s Senior National TeamMichigan’s 82-77 loss to Lithuania’s National B TeamHow injuries and foul trouble affected Michigan’s rotationsWhat the freshmen showed against experienced international competitionElliot Cadeau’s role running the offenseBrandon McCoy Jr., Quinn Costello and Michigan’s young talentThe latest roster and NCAA eligibility questionsKenny Noland and what his potential addition could mean for the backcourtRoddy Gayle Jr. and the ongoing eligibility conversationMichigan’s offensive flow and defensive performanceWhat Mike Boynton Jr. and his staff can take away from the Lithuania gamesThe record says 0-2, but should Michigan fans actually be concerned about the losses — or did playing older, more physical international competition accomplish exactly what the Wolverines needed from this trip?What was your biggest takeaway from Michigan’s two games in Lithuania? Drop your thoughts in the comments and tell us who you think should be in Michigan’s starting five this season.We also want to thank our sponsors - including our new sponsor Valiant! Look for merch coming soon & in the meantime you can pick up your 2026 football schedule t-shirts NOW at this link! https://shop.championscircleuofm.com/s/d39620 Knight's Steakhouse is also a sponsor and an Ann Arbor family-owned institution! Hail Media has & will be running events / livestreams at the downtown location at the corner of Liberty & Maynard across from the Michigan Theater! www.knightsrestaurants.com And of course, @OLIPOP ! Grab an OLIPOP, settle in, and enjoy this episode of Go Blue Hoops. Listeners can get 20% off of orders at drinkolipop.com/GOBLUE ○ URL: drinkolipop.com/GOBLUE ● OLIPOP is also available in the soda aisle and with the chilled beverages at thousands of retailers nationwide, including Walmart, Target, Costco, Whole Foods, Sprouts, Publix, Meijer and more! FOLLOW US FOR MORE MICHIGAN STORIES! Special thanks to our newest sponsor A2 HomeGirl Real Estate Group/ EXP Realty: Sheri Weintraub is one of the top realtors in Ann Arbor. Her primary focus is working with UMICH parents on investment properties for current studentsLike and subscribe 👍 to the channel and join us on:
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