āSooner than laterā: Michigan basketball HC Dusty May says Fab Five banners could return to Crisler Arena
Read full article: āSooner than laterā: Michigan basketball HC Dusty May says Fab Five banners could return to Crisler ArenaThe Michigan Wolverines have been hanging banners inside Crisler Arena all spring long, but head coach Dusty May said they will be hanging another one for the Fab Five sooner rather than later, during his remarks at the 2026 Mackinac Policy Conference.
Jalen Rose to deliver University of Michigan commencement speech, receive honorary doctorate
Read full article: Jalen Rose to deliver University of Michigan commencement speech, receive honorary doctorateJalen Rose has faced packed arenas, national television audiences, and high-stakes playoff moments, but nothing quite like this.
Michigan basketball national champs, Fab 5 member, attend Pistons game in return for Cade Cunningham
Read full article: Michigan basketball national champs, Fab 5 member, attend Pistons game in return for Cade CunninghamDetroit Pistons MVP hopeful Cade Cunningham made his return to the team after a lengthy absence due to a collapsed lung, but he had moral support from a few players from the Michigan Wolverinesā national championship team and a Fab 5 legend inside Little Caesars Arena.
Mullins family shifts longtime allegiance from Michigan to UConn for national championship game
Read full article: Mullins family shifts longtime allegiance from Michigan to UConn for national championship gameEven though he hails from a state where Peyton Manning ruled the sports world, the Fab Five and Tom Brady turned Indiana native Josh Mullins into a dedicated Michigan fan.
Michigan basketball crushes Arizona in Final Four showdown, sets up championship game vs. UConn on Monday
Read full article: Michigan basketball crushes Arizona in Final Four showdown, sets up championship game vs. UConn on MondayThe No. 1-seeded Michigan Wolverines are advancing to their first NCAA Tournament National Championship since 2018, after taking down the No. 1-seeded Arizona Wildcats 91-73 in the Final Four, and will take on the UConn Huskies on Monday.
Jalen Rose talks Fab Five reunion, Michigan basketball-Arizona Final Four on Rich Eisen Show
Read full article: Jalen Rose talks Fab Five reunion, Michigan basketball-Arizona Final Four on Rich Eisen ShowUniversity of Michigan alum Rich Eisen welcomed Fab Five legend Jalen Rose to the Rich Eisen Show ahead of the Michigan Wolverinesā Final Four matchup against the Arizona Wildcats.
Tschetter, McKenney emphasize focus as HC Dusty May prepares Michigan basketball for Final Four vs. Arizona
Read full article: Tschetter, McKenney emphasize focus as HC Dusty May prepares Michigan basketball for Final Four vs. ArizonaThe No. 1-seeded Michigan Wolverines are gearing up to take on the No. 1-seeded Arizona Wildcats in the much-anticipated Final Four match-up in Indianapolis.
Chris Webber talks Michigan basketball-Arizona Final Four, Fab Five reunion on Rich Eisen Show
Read full article: Chris Webber talks Michigan basketball-Arizona Final Four, Fab Five reunion on Rich Eisen ShowUniversity of Michigan alum Rich Eisen welcomed Fab Five legend Chris Webber to the Rich Eisen Show ahead of the Wolverinesā Final Four matchup against the Arizona Wildcats.
Fab Five reunion set for Michigan basketball vs. Arizona Final Four showdown in Indianapolis
Read full article: Fab Five reunion set for Michigan basketball vs. Arizona Final Four showdown in IndianapolisThe Fab Five will reunite for the No. 1-seeded matchup between the Michigan Wolverines and the Arizona Wildcats in the Final Four National Semifinal in Indianapolis, per TNT Sports.
Michigan basketball invites fans to Final Four send-off before Indianapolis trip
Read full article: Michigan basketball invites fans to Final Four send-off before Indianapolis tripThe No. 1-seeded Michigan Wolverines are Final Four-bound and are inviting fans to celebrate with them before they hit the road to Indianapolis to take on the No. 1-seeded Arizona Wildcats inside Lucas Oil Stadium.
ESPNās Stephen A. Smith admits he was wrong as Michigan basketball heads to Final Four
Read full article: ESPNās Stephen A. Smith admits he was wrong as Michigan basketball heads to Final FourThe dominance of the No. 1-seeded Michigan Wolverines has ESPN pundit Stephan A. Smith apologizing for his views of the team ahead of the Final Four.
From Cass Tech to March Madness: Darius Acuff Jr. opens up on Reebok deal, Detroit roots ahead of Sweet 16
Read full article: From Cass Tech to March Madness: Darius Acuff Jr. opens up on Reebok deal, Detroit roots ahead of Sweet 16Darius Acuff Jr., the former Cass Technical High School standout and current Arkansas Razorbacks star guard who figures on many mock drafts as a potential No. 1 pick, talks Reebok deal, Allen Iverson, Shaquille OāNeal, family ties, and Detroit heritage in a new interview.
Paul George's drug suspension latest fiasco for 76ers franchise flailing since run to 2001 Finals
Read full article: Paul George's drug suspension latest fiasco for 76ers franchise flailing since run to 2001 FinalsJoel Embiid had missed another game because of injury during a challenging season with the Sixers.
Fab 5 member Chris Webber talks Michigan basketball, Pistons, upcoming showcase in Detroit
Read full article: Fab 5 member Chris Webber talks Michigan basketball, Pistons, upcoming showcase in DetroitChris Webber, basketball legend and University of Michigan alum, joined Local 4 to discuss the state of basketball in Michigan, including his upcoming āBest of Michigan Basketball Showcaseā and the success of both the No. 2-ranked Michigan Wolverines basketball team and the top-seeded Detroit Pistons.
14th annual Say Detroit Radiothon draws big names, announces new St. Ceciliaās āSay Playā center
Read full article: 14th annual Say Detroit Radiothon draws big names, announces new St. Ceciliaās āSay Playā centerMitch Albomās 14th annual Say Detroit Radiothon brought out countless big names from the world of sports and entertainment on Thursday at the Somerset Collection in Troy.
NBA star Chris Webber hosts āThe Best of Michigan Basketball Showcaseā in Detroit
Read full article: NBA star Chris Webber hosts āThe Best of Michigan Basketball Showcaseā in DetroitDetroit will be the hub of Michigan basketball excitement next weekend as NBA Hall of Famer Chris Webber hosts āThe Best of Michigan Basketball Showcase.ā
Cleveland, Detroit, Philadelphia are set to join the WNBA as expansion franchises starting in 2028
Read full article: Cleveland, Detroit, Philadelphia are set to join the WNBA as expansion franchises starting in 2028Cleveland, Detroit and Philadelphia are set to join the WNBA as expansion franchises starting in 2028.
Morning 4: Michigan Wolverines make history by landing duo 5-star in basketball, football -- and other news
Read full article: Morning 4: Michigan Wolverines make history by landing duo 5-star in basketball, football -- and other newsMorning 4 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day.
Michigan Wolverines make history by landing 5-star duo in basketball, football for first time since 1991
Read full article: Michigan Wolverines make history by landing 5-star duo in basketball, football for first time since 1991The University of Michigan athletics department has made history with its recent recruiting success, reminiscent of the glory days of the early 1990s.
Detroitās bid for WNBA expansion franchise āShockinglyā falls short, per reports
Read full article: Detroitās bid for WNBA expansion franchise āShockinglyā falls short, per reportsDetroitās bid to acquire a WNBA franchise shockingly fell short as Cleveland is expected to be awarded with its new expansion team.
Full interview: Chris Webber discusses University of Michigan, Fab Five banners, much more
Read full article: Full interview: Chris Webber discusses University of Michigan, Fab Five banners, much moreMichigan basketball star and Fab Five member Chris Webber sat down with Local 4ā²s Rhonda Walker for a rare one-on-one interview.
āVery foolishā: What Chris Webber said about rekindled Fab Five banner talks
Read full article: āVery foolishā: What Chris Webber said about rekindled Fab Five banner talksChris Webber, a member of the Fab Five and a Michigan basketball legend, spoke to Local 4 about the rekindled conversation centered around whether the banners should be hung in the Crisler Center.
Fab Five reunites as Michigan beats Ohio State, snapping 5-game skid
Read full article: Fab Five reunites as Michigan beats Ohio State, snapping 5-game skidOlivier Nkamhoua scored 20 points, Terrance Williams II added 18 points and Michigan beat Ohio State 73-65 in front of the Fab Five to snap a five-game losing streak.
Michigan's Fab Five reunites to support Howard, attends 1st basketball game at Crisler in 3 decades
Read full article: Michigan's Fab Five reunites to support Howard, attends 1st basketball game at Crisler in 3 decadesMichiganās Fab Five reunited and attended a basketball game on campus for the first time since they played three decades ago, watching the Wolverines beat Ohio State 73-65 on Monday.
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Former NBA star Chris Webber building $50 million cannabis facility in Detroitās Corktown
Read full article: Former NBA star Chris Webber building $50 million cannabis facility in Detroitās CorktownNBA legend and Detroitās own Chris Webber was back in town Tuesday for his latest business venture, a $50 million cannabis facility on 22nd Street in Corktown.
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Chris Webber thinks Detroit Pistons rebuild is ātough task,ā but backs Troy Weaver
Read full article: Chris Webber thinks Detroit Pistons rebuild is ātough task,ā but backs Troy WeaverNOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. DETROIT ā Detroit native and NBA analyst Chris Webber thinks the Detroit Pistonsā rebuilding process will be a ātough task,ā but complimented new general manager Troy Weaver. āI think itās going to be a tough task, and I believe he has his heart into it,ā Webber said. Webber said heās glad the team moved to Downtown Detroit and hopes they interact with the community where he grew up. As for the rest of the NBA, he thinks this yearās title goes through the defending champs.
Chris Webber on Michigan basketball: Big Ten title race, recruiting, NBA prospects, 2-week shutdown
Read full article: Chris Webber on Michigan basketball: Big Ten title race, recruiting, NBA prospects, 2-week shutdownFormer Michigan basketball star Chris Webber spoke to Local 4 about his friend Juwan Howardās current team. He spoke about Michiganās Big Ten title and Final Four chances, as well as the NBA prospects on the roster and the possible impact of the two-week shutdown.
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FanDuelās āSpread the Loveā: Detroit bettors can cash in on 100-point spread vs. Lakers
Read full article: FanDuelās āSpread the Loveā: Detroit bettors can cash in on 100-point spread vs. LakersDETROIT ā As long as the Detroit Pistons donāt lose to the Los Angeles Lakers by 100 or more points, bettors in the area can cash in on a bet of up to $50 as part of FanDuelās āSpread the Loveā campaign. In honor of the Detroit area code, for every 313 users who bet on the Pistons to cover the spread against the Lakers on Thursday night, FanDuel is adding an extra point to the spread. šØ Spread The Love šØMICHIGAN - It's time to #SpreadTheLove! FanDuel is grading everyone who bets on the Pistons to cover the spread credit for the final number. The āSpread the Loveā event could have a potential payout of -110 odds.
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Former athletes, sports shows take lead on social justice
Read full article: Former athletes, sports shows take lead on social justiceFormer athletes have a pipeline to advance into sports media as commentators, and many popular shows feature a Black man or woman as a host. Instead, it turned into a forum for players to express their feelings about racial and social issues after practice was canceled. Brown added that athletes who speak out need to be articulate, informed and mindful that their words have staying power. For Rose, the era of athletes sticking to sports is over in part because President Donald Trump hasnt been shy about criticizing NBA and NFL players who disagree with him. If hes acknowledging NFL players who are kneeling and he says, They deserve to be fired, that now becomes a sports topic.
Jalen Rose is clearly very excited about the Fab Five now that Michigan hired Juwan Howard
Read full article: Jalen Rose is clearly very excited about the Fab Five now that Michigan hired Juwan HowardANN ARBOR, Mich. The Michigan fan base is very excited about the hiring of Juwan Howard as the new head basketball coach. Former Fab Five members Juwan Howard, Jimmy King and Jalen Rose cheer for Michigan basketball against the Louisville Cardinals during the 2013 NCAA Men's Final Four Championship at the Georgia Dome on April 8, 2013, in Atlanta. @JalenRose says the hiring of Juwan Howard at Michigan will bring the Fab 5 back together. "You're telling me that the hiring of Juwan Howard is going to bring you and C-Webb together?" "It squashes any drama or any beef because we're not going to bring that to Ann Arbor's campus with Juwan Howard as our head coach," Rose said.
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Sports MVP Bracket Spotlight: Chris Webber v. Anthony Carter
Read full article: Sports MVP Bracket Spotlight: Chris Webber v. Anthony CarterThe West Region's 4-13 contest between Fab Five-era Michigan star Chris Webber and Wolverine football great Anthony Carter is a surprisingly competitive match-up. As a freshman and a sophomore, he led Michigan to two NCAA finals. In his two years at Michigan, Webber averaged a double-double with 17.4 PPG and 10 RPG. More importantly, Carter led the Panthers to the 1983 USFL championship--Detroit's only pro football championship since the 1957 Lions. So what's your call, the pure basketball talent of Chris Webber or the championship legacy of Anthony Carter?
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