Michigan's 'Fab Five' to Reunite at Final Four

The iconic basketball team will gather for the first time in years during the NCAA tournament semifinals.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 2:10am

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A fractured, multi-perspective painting featuring sharp, overlapping geometric planes in the colors of the University of Michigan, conceptually representing the reunion of the legendary Fab Five basketball players.The iconic Fab Five basketball team reunites on the court, their legendary status captured in a cubist, geometric style.NYC Today

The legendary University of Michigan basketball team known as the 'Fab Five' will reunite this weekend during the NCAA Final Four tournament in New York City. The five players - Chris Webber, Jalen Rose, Juwan Howard, Ray Jackson, and Jimmy King - were part of Michigan's iconic early 1990s teams that reached two NCAA championship games.

Why it matters

The Fab Five were a cultural phenomenon that transcended basketball, pioneering a style of play and fashion that influenced an entire generation. Their reunion will be a highly anticipated event for college basketball fans, as the group has not gathered publicly in years due to the fallout from a scandal involving Chris Webber.

The details

The Fab Five players will be honored during halftime of the first national semifinal game on Saturday, April 5th. They are expected to participate in on-court festivities and give interviews reflecting on their time at Michigan and the legacy they left behind.

  • The Fab Five will reunite on Saturday, April 5, 2026 during the NCAA Final Four tournament in New York City.

The players

Chris Webber

A member of the Fab Five and a five-time NBA All-Star who played for the University of Michigan in the early 1990s.

Jalen Rose

A member of the Fab Five and a former NBA player who is now a prominent basketball analyst and commentator.

Juwan Howard

A member of the Fab Five who went on to play 19 seasons in the NBA and is now the head coach of the University of Michigan men's basketball team.

Ray Jackson

A member of the Fab Five who played for the University of Michigan in the early 1990s.

Jimmy King

A member of the Fab Five who played for the University of Michigan in the early 1990s.

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What they’re saying

“It's going to be great to all be back together on the court again, especially during such an important moment for Michigan basketball.”

— Jalen Rose, Fab Five Member

What’s next

The Fab Five members are expected to participate in various media interviews and fan events throughout the Final Four weekend in New York City.

The takeaway

The reunion of the iconic Fab Five team will be a nostalgic and celebratory moment for college basketball fans, highlighting the enduring legacy of one of the sport's most influential and culturally significant teams.