There is a stark difference between how these rosters are made. Michigan's best player is a transfer, while the rest of the supporting cast played at Michigan last year. St. John's is the exact opposite, their best player is a returner, and the rest of the cast transferred in. There will be more familiarity with the Michigan players, and 3 of Michigan's top four scorers are 6'7 or taller in Nkamhoua, Tschetter, and Williams II. The Wolverines have bodies to throw at St Johns Soriano and slow down his dominance inside. Pitino and company won't have answers for the skilled forwards Michigan has on offense and it will take time for the players to adjust to his system.

Take Michigan to win on the road.