Michigan Wolverines' Close Win Against Iowa Hawkeyes

Frontcourt Dominance in the Big Ten

Danny Wolf and Vlad Goldin, the two 7 - footers for Michigan, continued to shine. Wolf led both teams with 14 rebounds and was back to his flashy passing, making behind - the - back and no - look passes. Goldin led the team in scoring with 20 points, shooting 6 - for - 8 from the field and 8 - for - 11 from the free throw line. Their combined efforts on both ends of the floor were crucial in the win. Defensively, they each picked up a block and held the three Iowa centers to just four points combined. However, the seven combined turnovers by Wolf and Goldin remain a concern.

Wolf finished with 13 points on 6 - for - 9 shooting and 14 rebounds. His ability to control the boards and contribute on offense was evident. Goldin's hot shooting streak added to the team's offensive firepower. Not only did they lead in statistical categories, but their presence made a significant impact on the game.

Winning at the Charity Stripe

The Wolverines spent a large portion of the game leading against the Hawkeyes but never felt secure. Despite turning the ball over and Iowa's late - game shooting spree, the game was largely decided at the free throw line. In the first half, Michigan had 12 free throw attempts compared to Iowa's six and converted 10 - of - 12, while Iowa was 4 - for - 6. In the second half, with nine fouls called on Iowa and 10 on Michigan, the Wolverines won the charity stripe battle again, making 7 - of - 10 free throws compared to Iowa's 6 - for - 11.

Goldin was particularly impressive, going 8 - for - 11 from the line. Tre Donaldson also contributed, going 4 - for - 5. Their ability to convert free throws in crucial moments gave Michigan an edge and helped them secure the win.

Tre Donaldson's Comeback and Goldin's Streak

After a scoreless performance against the Wisconsin Badgers on Tuesday, Donaldson bounced back against Iowa. In the first half, he went 4 - for - 6 with 12 points and two rebounds. In the second half, he added another six points, playing with poise and making the Iowa defense look foolish with his moves.

Goldin continued his hot streak, leading all scorers with 20 points. His post - moves and receiving dump passes while Michigan players flew through the air demonstrated his offensive prowess. The team's offensive coordination, with plays like the pindown setup for the Wolf/Goldin pick and roll, added to their offensive effectiveness.

Turnovers and the Need for Improvement

Throughout the game, Michigan's turnover issues were evident. Despite leading by 10 + points for most of the contest, they gave up 17 turnovers to Iowa's four. This led to the Hawkeyes scoring 19 points off Michigan's mishaps compared to just two the other way.

May has emphasized ball movement and quick offensive possessions, but it has sometimes led to risky plays that result in turnovers. Five Wolverines had two or more turnovers, with Wolf and Roddy Gayle Jr. each having four. Michigan was leading by eight points with just over two minutes remaining but turnovers allowed the Hawkeyes to tie the game with 20 seconds left. It will be interesting to see how May addresses this turnover issue in the coming weeks.

Up Next for the Wolverines

The Wolverines will travel to Madison Square Garden on Tuesday to face the Arkansas Razorbacks and first - year head coach John Calipari in the yearly Jumpman Invitational. With wins over Wisconsin and Iowa this week, they should be ranked in the next AP Poll after receiving 95 votes in the last poll. The team will look to build on their recent success and continue their winning streak.