Michigan basketball gores Gonzaga to gain $1 million in NIL money

Michigan basketball went out to Las Vegas and hit the jackpot.

The No. 6 Wolverines ripped off their third straight victory over three nights, obliterating No. 10 Gonzaga, 101-61, to win the Players Era Festival championship – complete with a $1 million NIL bonus prize to split amongst the team.

This was billed as a heavyweight matchup in every regard – the 90.3 “thrill score” from KenPom was the highest in the site’s history for a non-conference matchup – and coach Dusty May's team made it look like a buy game.