Las Vegas — During Michigan basketball’s media day in late September, coach Dusty May was asked what he thought this team’s identity could be this season.

Given the group’s size, talent and athleticism, May didn’t hesitate when he said he wanted the Wolverines to be one of the best defensive teams in the country.

Less than a month into the 2025-26 campaign, they’re certainly on track and looked the part in Monday’s 94-54 romp over San Diego State in their Players Era tournament opener at Michelob Ultra Arena.

When the dust settled on the 40-minute demolition, the numbers were astounding. The Aztecs scored on 23 of their 74 possessions, averaging a meager 0.730 points per possession. They finished with as many turnovers (17) as field goals made. They shot 27.4% from the field, the worst

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