密歇根前Yaxel Lendeborg计划利用阿拉巴马的兴趣作为动机, 但教练Dusty可能证实红色潮确实招募了他. Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg planned to use Alabama's interest as motivation, but coach Dusty May confirmed the Crimson Tide did recruit him.

密歇根前Yaxel Lendeborg计划利用阿拉巴马州的感知兴趣作为他们16强赛的动机,但密歇冈教练Dusty May透露Crimson Tide确实试图招募他. Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg planned to use perceived interest from Alabama as motivation for their Sweet 16 matchup, but Michigan coach Dusty May revealed the Crimson Tide did attempt to recruit him. 球队的教练证实他和阿拉巴马州的内特·奥茨有着友好的关系, 这表明伦德博格被忽视的说法可能不准确, The coach confirmed he and Alabama's Nate Oats have a friendly relationship, suggesting Lendeborg’s claim of being ignored may not be accurate, though the forward's motivation remains intact.