Michigan Star Elliot Cadeau Reveals Allergic Reaction Before Final Four Was Caused by Cashew Nut

Cadeau says he's feeling good after precautionary hospital visit and will travel to Indianapolis later today.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 5:35pm

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Michigan point guard Elliot Cadeau has revealed that his allergic reaction which sent him to the hospital on Thursday was caused by a cashew nut. Cadeau said he's feeling good and the hospital visit was just a precautionary measure. He will be traveling to Indianapolis later today to join his team as they prepare for the Final Four.

Why it matters

Cadeau is a key player for Michigan, averaging 10.2 points, 2.7 rebounds and 5.8 assists per game this season. His health and availability for the Final Four matchup against Arizona is crucial for the Wolverines' chances of advancing to the championship game.

The details

Cadeau told reporters that he had a bad experience with a cashew nut allergy when he was younger, which prompted the precautionary hospital visit. The Wolverines' medical staff evaluated Cadeau and determined he was fine, but they wanted to keep him under medical supervision as a precaution before he travels to Indianapolis to join the team.

  • On Thursday, Cadeau alerted Michigan's medical staff that he may have had an allergic reaction to something he ate.
  • Cadeau was evaluated by doctors and will be traveling to Indianapolis later today to join his team.

The players

Elliot Cadeau

A point guard for the Michigan Wolverines basketball team, averaging 10.2 points, 2.7 rebounds and 5.8 assists per game this season.

Michigan Wolverines

The men's basketball team from the University of Michigan, who are competing in the 2026 NCAA Final Four.

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What they’re saying

“Elliot alerted the medical staff that he may have had an allergic reaction to something that he ate. The doctors evaluated Elliot and he is fine. Out of an abundance of caution, he is receiving medical supervision and will be traveling to Indianapolis later today.”

— Michigan

“Elliot Cadeau is in Indianapolis and feeling good after having a slight allergic reaction to a cashew nut yesterday. Had a bad experience when he was younger ... got tested right away to avoid a repeat.”

— Chris Balas, The Wolverine

What’s next

Cadeau will be a key player for Michigan as they take on Arizona in the Final Four on Saturday. His health and availability will be crucial for the Wolverines' chances of advancing to the championship game.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of athletes being proactive about their health and allergies, especially during high-stakes tournament play. Cadeau's quick action and the Wolverines' medical staff's precautionary measures likely prevented a more serious situation and ensured Cadeau can still contribute to Michigan's Final Four run.