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The secret to Zavier Simpson's best Michigan basketball season yet

Michigan Wolverines basketball coach Juwan Howard speaks to the media on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2019, in Ann Arbor. Orion Sang, Detroit Free Press

Zavier Simpson has played 125 career games. He has played in the national title game, bookended by two appearances in the Sweet Sixteen. Michigan basketball's senior point guard is one of the most experienced and productive players in college basketball.

Simpson's experience might imply there's little room to grow. He is one of the nation's top distributors, with an ability to pick defenses apart. He is also a top defender. And leadership has come naturally as a two-time team captain.