Michigan Basketball’s European Test | College Basketball News

Michigan basketball returns from a grueling European tour with mixed results — 1-2 against tough competition — but head coach Mike Boynton Jr. calls it “90 percent successful” as the team navigates major roster changes. The loss of four starters and six top-nine players from last year’s championship squad is palpable, especially with freshman star Brandon McCoy Jr. sidelined for the season after tearing his ACL. Still, emerging talents like Elliott Cadeau and Trey McKenney shined, while Roddy Gayle pushes to return for a fifth season. With ten new recruits inbound — including six freshmen — Boynton’s focus shifts to rebuilding through adversity. Turnovers plagued them (64 in three games), but rebounding and three-point defense showed promise. As McCoy’s absence reshapes the starting lineup — Oscar Goodman, Gayle, or Noland could step up — injuries linger: Moustapha Thiam’s minor setback, Ricky Liburd’s hip recovery, and Lincoln Cosby’s likely season-ending status leave Jalen Reed as the closest returnee. This trip was their first true test as a new unit — and they’re already learning how to adapt. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d69251b2bd317f27