Michigan Dominates Middle Tennessee in NCAAB Clash
Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 6:30 PM ET · Crisler Center
Michigan Wolverines 86, Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs Michigan Wolverines?
Michigan Wolverines beat Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 86-61 at Crisler Center on November 19, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the Michigan Wolverines secured a decisive victory over the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders, winning 86-61 at Crisler Center on November 19, 2025. This match showcased Michigan's strong home advantage, as they improved their record to 5-1 at home this season and extended their overall record to 4-0. The Wolverines have been in solid form, with an 8-2 record over their last ten games, although they are currently on a one-game losing streak after a recent defeat to Purdue. Their average points scored during this stretch stands at 77.3, while they allowed an average of 70.1 points per game.
Middle Tennessee, on the other hand, now holds a 3-4 away record after this loss, and their overall record stands at 3-1. The Blue Raiders have had a mixed bag of results lately, with a 6-4 record in their last ten games and a current streak of one loss. They have averaged 78.6 points scored and 76.4 points allowed during this period, indicating a competitive but inconsistent performance.
In their previous meeting earlier in the season, Michigan also triumphed over Middle Tennessee, winning 86-61. This match further solidified Michigan's dominance in this matchup, as they now hold a 1-0 record against the Blue Raiders. The Wolverines have shown they can consistently outperform Middle Tennessee, particularly at home.
In terms of player performances, Jahvin Carter was notable for Middle Tennessee, contributing several key points in the second half, including a series of jumpers and free throws. However, despite his efforts, the Blue Raiders struggled to keep pace with Michigan's scoring.
The game conditions at Crisler Center were favorable for the Wolverines, who thrived in front of their home crowd. The atmosphere undoubtedly played a role in their performance, as they capitalized on their home-court advantage to dominate the game.
The betting market had priced Michigan as the clear favorite, reflecting their strong home record and recent performances. This was attributed to the provider, indicating a strong belief in Michigan's ability to secure a win.
As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a display of Michigan's offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away decisively. The Wolverines' ability to score efficiently and maintain defensive pressure was evident, leading to a comfortable victory. The final score of 86-61 highlighted the gap in performance between the two teams, with Michigan showcasing their potential as a formidable contender in the NCAAB landscape.
Leaders
- PointsYaxel Lendeborg25Michigan Wolverines
- AssistsYaxel Lendeborg3Michigan Wolverines
- ReboundsYaxel Lendeborg12Michigan Wolverines
- PointsJahvin Carter18Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders
- AssistsSean Smith2Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders
- ReboundsKamari Lands6Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders
Recent form
Michigan Wolverines
Last 10: 8-2Streak L177.3 scored · 70.1 allowed per game5-1 at home
- L72-80vs Purdue BoilermakersMar 15
- W68-65vs Wisconsin BadgersMar 14
- W71-67vs Ohio State BuckeyesMar 13
- W90-80vs Michigan State SpartansMar 8
- W71-68at Iowa HawkeyesMar 6
- W84-70at Illinois Fighting IlliniFeb 28
- W77-67vs Minnesota Golden GophersFeb 25
- L63-68at Duke Blue DevilsFeb 21
- W91-80at Purdue BoilermakersFeb 17
- W86-56vs UCLA BruinsFeb 14
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders
Last 10: 6-4Streak L178.6 scored · 76.4 allowed per game3-4 away
- L69-80at Louisiana Tech BulldogsMar 12
- W75-63at Missouri State BearsMar 7
- W73-67at Florida International PanthersMar 6
- W86-85vs New Mexico State AggiesFeb 28
- W77-67vs UTEP MinersFeb 27
- W78-66vs Delaware Blue HensFeb 21
- L70-78at Sam Houston BearkatsFeb 19
- L80-82at Western Kentucky HilltoppersFeb 15
- W90-87at Kennesaw State OwlsFeb 12
- L88-89at Delaware Blue HensFeb 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 26-8 | - | 17-3 |
| Sam Houston | 22-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Louisiana Tech | 20-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Western Kentucky | 18-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Middle Tennessee | 17-15 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Kennesaw State | 21-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Jacksonville State | 15-17 | 7 | 10-10 |
| New Mexico State | 16-16 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Missouri State | 16-18 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Florida International | 15-17 | 9 | 8-12 |
| UTEP | 11-20 | 8 | 7-13 |
| Delaware | 10-21 | 11 | 6-14 |
| Michigan | 37-3 | - | 19-1 |
| Nebraska | 28-7 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Michigan State | 27-8 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Illinois | 28-9 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Wisconsin | 24-11 | 5 | 14-6 |
| Purdue | 30-9 | 6 | 13-7 |
| UCLA | 24-12 | 6 | 13-7 |
| Ohio State | 21-13 | 7 | 12-8 |
| Iowa | 24-13 | 9 | 10-10 |
| Indiana | 18-14 | 10 | 9-11 |
| Minnesota | 15-18 | 11 | 8-12 |
| USC | 18-14 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Washington | 16-17 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Rutgers | 14-20 | 13 | 6-14 |
| Northwestern | 15-19 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Oregon | 12-20 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Maryland | 12-21 | 15 | 4-16 |
| Penn State | 12-20 | 16 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders | Michigan Wolverines |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-69 | 31-67 |
| Field goal % | 30 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 10-37 | 5-25 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 20 |
| Free throws | 9-12 | 19-26 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 40 | 48 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 36 |
| Assists | 8 | 14 |
| Steals | 6 | 6 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 12 | 50 |
| Fouls | 24 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 27 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half35-47Sean Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-49Aday Mara made Layup. Assisted by Yaxel Lendeborg.
- 2nd Half35-51Elliot Cadeau made Jumper. Assisted by Nimari Burnett.
- 2nd Half38-51Tre Green made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half38-53Yaxel Lendeborg made Layup.
- 2nd Half38-54Yaxel Lendeborg made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-56Yaxel Lendeborg made Layup.
- 2nd Half38-57Yaxel Lendeborg made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-57Jahvin Carter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-57Jahvin Carter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-59Aday Mara made Dunk.
- 2nd Half40-61Roddy Gayle Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half40-62Will Tschetter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-63Will Tschetter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-63Sean Smith made Jumper.
- 2nd Half42-64Roddy Gayle Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-65Roddy Gayle Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-67Yaxel Lendeborg made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-69Aday Mara made Jumper. Assisted by Yaxel Lendeborg.
- 2nd Half44-69Sean Smith made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-69Kamari Lands made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sean Smith.
- 2nd Half47-71Aday Mara made Dunk.
- 2nd Half47-73Yaxel Lendeborg made Layup. Assisted by L.J. Cason.
- 2nd Half48-73Jahvin Carter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-73Jahvin Carter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-73Jahvin Carter made Jumper.
- 2nd Half51-75Yaxel Lendeborg made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-76Yaxel Lendeborg made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-78Nimari Burnett made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-78Sean Smith made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half54-79Elliot Cadeau made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-81Yaxel Lendeborg made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-81Jahvin Carter made Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-83Aday Mara made Layup. Assisted by L.J. Cason.
- 2nd Half57-83Jahvin Carter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-83Jahvin Carter made Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-83Jahvin Carter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-83Jahvin Carter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-84Malick Kordel made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-86Malick Kordel made Dunk. Assisted by Winters Grady.
Win probability
Above the line favours Michigan Wolverines, below favours Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders.
Venue
- Crisler CenterAnn Arbor, MI
- Attendance11188
- OfficialsRob Kueneman, Chad Barlow, Luke Schumer
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