ncaab Game Recap
Michigan Defeats Furman 68-62 - Recap
Michigan got 18 points from Moritz Wagner as they ran past Furman 68-62 on Thursday at Crisler Center.
Bettors who backed Michigan were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -17.0.
Zak Irvin had 16 points for Michigan and Derrick Walton Jr. chipped in with 13 points. Zak Irvin had 7 assists for them, while Moritz Wagner was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.
Furman got 16 points from Devin Sibley in a losing cause and another 12 points from Matt Rafferty. Devin Sibley contributed 2 assists for them, while John Davis III had 6 rebounds.
Michigan was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Furman had a 28-24 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Michigan takes its act on the road to face Iowa looking for another win. For Furman, they head home to face The Citadel.