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Posted on Thu, Nov 12, 2009 : 4:46 p.m.

Michigan basketball starts its march toward NCAA tournament on Saturday

By Pete Bigelow

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Michigan basketball coach John Beilein talks during basketball media day last month at Crisler Arena.

Lon Horwedel | AnnArbor.com

For the first time in a decade, the Michigan basketball team won an NCAA tournament game last year. Now the Wolverines are hoping to build on their success.

They kick off their 2009-2010 season Saturday night, facing Northern Michigan at Crisler Arena at 7 p.m.

Here's a season-opening primer to get you prepared for the months ahead:

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aareader

Thu, Nov 12, 2009 : 11:24 p.m.

I am excited about this season. The team was great fun to watch last year and I believe they will be taking it up a big notch this year. AND they will make a lot of noise in the BIg 10 plus get a lot of attention in the NCAA next March. GO BLUE!