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Preview: Rutgers Scarlet Knights at No. [Ranking TBD] Michigan Wolverines ANN ARBOR, Mich. (Interstat) — The undefeated Michigan Wolverines host the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in a Big Ten Conference men’s basketball matchup Saturday at Crisler Center. Michigan (7-0) enters as one of the nation’s hottest teams, boasting a potent offense that has averaged 93.7 points during its current seven-game win streak. The Wolverines are coming off a dominant 101-61 victory over Gonzaga on Nov. 26, where they shot 56.7% from the field. A key to Michigan’s flawless start has been the play of forward Yaxel Lendeborg. Over his last four games, Lendeborg is averaging 19.3 points and 3.3 assists while shooting efficiently from the floor. He posted 20 points, three assists and two blocks in the win over Gonzaga. Rutgers (5-4) seeks to rebound from a tough 81-65 home loss to Purdue on Tuesday. The Scarlet Knights have struggled against high-major competition this season, with all four losses coming against power-conference opponents. Guard Jamichael Davis will be a focal point for Rutgers. He is coming off a 21-point, three-rebound, three-assist performance in a close loss to Notre Dame on Nov. 25, but was held to nine points against Purdue. His ability to facilitate and score will be critical against Michigan’s high-powered attack. The Wolverines have won the last three meetings between the programs. For Rutgers, this game opens a difficult stretch of conference play, while Michigan looks to maintain momentum before a top-10 showdown with Villanova on Dec. 9. Tipoff is scheduled for [Time TBD] on Saturday. The game will be televised on [Network TBD]. — 30 —

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