But all he really knew was that the Wolverines had won a national championship in 1989 — of course the Indiana kid was a fan of the game. By the time May was offered an opportunity to become the head coach of that same school in 2024,

Live updates from Crisler Center and downtown Ann Arbor as Michigan basketball competes for a national championship against UConn.

When did Michigan basketball win its last national championship? Here's a closer look at the Wolverines' title history.

Ahead of Monday's game, let's take a look back at Michigan's 1988-89 season and the team's improbable run to its first national title.

Dusty May’s Wolverines were inevitable, methodically wearing down UConn, 69-63, for their first national championship since 1989 at Lucas Oil Stadium. It marked the Huskies’ first NCAA Tournament loss in the Sweet 16 or later since 2009,

Live updates from Crisler Center and downtown Ann Arbor as Michigan basketball competes for a national championship against UConn.

Commemorate the Michigan Wolverines NCAA Tournament college basketball title with officially licensed national championship gear. MORE: Michigan, UConn battle for 2026 national championship crown Michigan seized control of the national championship game in the second half and never let

There's one game remaining in the college basketball season and it's for the national championship: Michigan vs. UConn.