Lendeborg plays through injury as Michigan routs Arizona

Yaxel Lendeborg, who suffered a torn left MCL and aggravated an ankle injury, returned to the court in the second half and hit two quick 3‑pointers, contributing to Michigan’s 91‑73 win over Arizona.

The 6‑foot‑9 guard, a Big Ten Player of the Year and first‑team All‑American, played nine minutes, grabbing two rebounds and scoring 11 points, showing the toughness that defines Michigan’s depth.