Highlights, Photos and Notes: Louisville 88, SMU 74

KEY FIRST HALF RUN: SMU came out hot in the first five minutes, taking an 11-4 lead against the Cards. The momentum shifted when the Cardinals went on a 5-0 run, and by the end of the half, Louisville battled to come within three points of the Mustangs at the break.

Michigan basketball beats Michigan State in top-10 game at Breslin

Best photos as Michigan basketball visits Michigan State for top-10 game at Breslin Center in East Lansing on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026.

College basketball rankings: Michigan makes clear statement as class of loaded Big Ten in rivalry win

The Wolverines left no doubt after their road win over rival Michigan State that they're the clear frontrunner to win the conference

No. 3 Michigan beats No. 7 Michigan State 83-71 to take sole possession of 1st place in the Big Ten

Yaxel Lendeborg had 26 points and 12 rebounds to lead No. 3 Michigan to an 83-71 victory over seventh-ranked Michigan State on Friday night.

Michigan State men's basketball falls to Michigan 83-71 in top-10 contest

No. 3 Michigan took down No. 7 Michigan State 83-71 at the Breslin Center for the first time since 2018. This was the highest-ranked matchup between the two teams, and this was also Michigan head coach Dusty May's first win over Michigan State.