Posted on Tue, Apr 9, 2013 : 5:59 a.m.
Win not in the Cards for Michigan as Louisville prevails in National Championship
By Pete Cunningham
A dejected Trey Burke walks away in a sea of confetti as Louisville players celebrate their 82-76 victory over Michigan in the national championship game in Atlanta on Monday, April 8.
Melanie Maxwell | AnnArbor.com
Postgame coverage:
- Column: Dream scenario for Michigan proves too good to be true, as Wolverines suffer heartbreak in national final
- Game Story: Title drought continues: Michigan falls to Louisville in national championship game
- Michigan wasted valuable time in final minute because John Beilein thought Louisville was in 1-and-1
- Photo Gallery: Images from Michigan's 82-76 national championship loss to Louisville
- Video: Trey Burke, Mitch McGary, Spike Albrecht featured in 'One Shining Moment'
- Another year? Trey Burke, Tim Hardaway Jr., Glenn Robinson III, Mitch McGary refuse to discuss future plans
- Michigan's Trey Burke says he got all ball on block, but refs saw it another way
- Louisville's Rick Pitino: Michigan a 'great' team, fans treated to 'great' championship game
- NCAA Championship: How social media reacted in the final 5 minutes (Storify)
- With video and photo gallery:Several fires set in Ann Arbor after Michigan Wolverines lose NCAA championship to Louisville
Michigan sophomore Trey Burke is called for a fouls as he attempts to block a shot by Louisville senior Peyton Siva.
Melanie Maxwell | AnnArbor.com
In game coverage:
- Excited crowds pack Crisler Center and the Diag but leave disappointed after loss
- Chris Webber attends Michigan-Louisville national championship game, wishes Wolverines 'all the best'
- NCAA Championship: Albrecht vs. Hancock thrills in first half
- Live blog recap: Michigan battles Louisville for school's 1st national title in 24 years
Pre-game coverage
- Pre-game Megaguide
- Analysis: Breaking down Michigan-Louisville for the national title (with predictions)
- Will Monday be Trey Burke's swan song at Michigan? Either way, his legacy is secure
- Looking back: Arrests, injuries and $84,000 in damage followed Michigan's 1989 national title
- Ann Arbor bleeds maize and blue as fans prepare for University of Michigan basketball's big moment
Fire fighters put out a fire in Ann Arbor after the Michigan men's basketball team's loss to Louisville in the national championship game.
Courtney Sacco | AnnArbor.com
Comments
jns131
Wed, Apr 10, 2013 : 12:23 a.m.
Glad the bally hoo is over and one with. Can we send the students home now? Ready for a peaceful way to get downtown without playing dodge em students. Glad to hear UM lost to TN by 5 points. I knew this would happen.
riverraisin
Tue, Apr 9, 2013 : 4:46 p.m.
Couldn't be more prouder of my Michigan Wolverines. It was definitely a magical season and they were peaking at the right time. It's unfortunate that they couldn't bring home the trophy, but they have nothing to hang their heads about. They got beat by a Louisville team that has shown the same class as this great Wolverine team has. I'm glad America had the opportunity to see two great teams clash on the biggest stage in college athletics. And both made their fan base proud with their great play and great class. Michigan showed they could win it in the first half, but Louisville came thru when they needed to in the second half. The officiating was atrocious. What happened to the cream of the crop working the championship game? This crew missed so many obvious calls on both sides, that it was unbelievable to even watch. Their unprofessionalism really took away from what turned out to be a classic match-up. Congratulations to a great Michigan team that gave me memories that will last a lifetime. You made me proud to be a part of Wolverine nation. And thank you Trey Burke for all those jaw dropping moments this past season. You were simply amazing!
Dave Bass
Tue, Apr 9, 2013 : 12:36 p.m.
Great game M. You have everything to be proud of. You represented your school and the State at the absolute highest level.
craigjjs
Tue, Apr 9, 2013 : 12:31 p.m.
This was a great team and a great year. They showed their talent throughout the season and their perseverance and courage in the tournament. After losing some confidence and momentum to end the regular season, the team rose to the occasion in the tournament and shocked the world. Different game, different star. It was a great performance. Coach Beilien deserves great credit for putting this team together and coaching them to the championship game. Every one of the team members and coaches acted with dignity and honor. They well represented the University, the community and the State. The future awaits.
whojix
Tue, Apr 9, 2013 : 12:12 p.m.
Tough loss, but the Fab Five didn't win any championships either. Nothing to be sad about here.
oldlocal
Tue, Apr 9, 2013 : 12:10 p.m.
After the fashion of WWE, or World Wrestling Entertainment, the NCAA should be redubbed the NCEA, or National Collegiate Entertainment Association. Big money, big stakes = foregone outcomes for best revenue generating story lines. Cinderella (go Schockers) was allowed a pretty good run, before the favorite was allowed to hack their way in to the championship game. And anybody watching ESPN ALL DAY MONDAY knew that, if the play was anywhere near close, this was gonna be Rick Pitino's week.
music to my ear
Tue, Apr 9, 2013 : 11:55 a.m.
hey be proud. your team got farther then mi state at least you all know you have it in you and there is always next year go blue you guys are TRUE.
Carole
Tue, Apr 9, 2013 : 10:43 a.m.
It was a great game. Go Blue. You can be very proud of what you have accomplished. Keep it going.
squidlover
Tue, Apr 9, 2013 : 10:11 a.m.
A great championship game. The Maize and Blue should be very proud of the effort.