Ann Arbor – Mid-American Conference teams gave Michigan all it could handle during the regular season.
A close call in a high-scoring shootout against Eastern Michigan. A narrow escape in overtime against Ohio. An embarrassing upset at home on a late 3-pointer against Central Michigan.
The postseason was a similar story. After falling behind by nine points in the first half, Michigan fought back, used a hot start to the second half and staved off MAC regular-season champion Toledo for a 90-80 win Tuesday in the first round of the NIT at Crisler Center.
Sophomore guard Kobe Bufkin scored 23 to lead four double-figure scorers for No.