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No. 1 Michigan outshoots Howard in high-scoring win
Wolverines advance to second round of NCAA Tournament
Mar. 20, 2026 at 7:35am
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Morez Johnson Jr. scored 21 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, and No. 1 seed Michigan pulled away for a 101-80 win over No. 16 Howard in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Thursday night in Buffalo, N.Y. Aday Mara added 19 points on 8-for-10 shooting for Michigan, which advanced to the second round for the second season in a row.
Why it matters
Michigan, the top seed in the Midwest Region, is looking to make a deep run in the NCAA Tournament after a strong regular season. Howard, the No. 16 seed, was seeking its first-ever NCAA Tournament win.
The details
The Wolverines shot 67.3% on the night (37 of 55) and outscored Howard 51-34 in the second half to secure the victory. A 12-1 run in the second half gave Michigan a double-digit lead for good. Bryce Harris and Cam Gillus scored 21 points apiece to lead Howard.
- The game was played on Thursday, March 20, 2026 in Buffalo, New York.
The players
Morez Johnson Jr.
A Michigan player who scored 21 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in the win.
Aday Mara
A Michigan player who scored 19 points on 8-for-10 shooting and added 7 rebounds and 6 assists.
Bryce Harris
A Howard player who scored 21 points in the loss.
Cam Gillus
A Howard player who scored 21 points in the loss.
What they’re saying
“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”
— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee
What’s next
Michigan will face the winner of Thursday night's game between No. 8 seed Georgia and No. 9 seed Saint Louis in the second round.
The takeaway
Michigan, the top seed in the Midwest Region, proved its offensive firepower by outscoring Howard 101-80 and advancing to the second round of the NCAA Tournament. The Wolverines will look to continue their strong play as they advance deeper into the tournament.
