Michigan's Yaxel Lendeborg to play vs. UConn, Dusty May says

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Yaxel Lendeborg, Michigan's star player, plans to play against UConn despite suffering a sprained MCL and ankle in the national semifinal victory over Arizona. Lendeborg's coach, Dusty May, is optimistic that he will be on the court, saying all imaging has come back clean and that Lendeborg is undergoing treatment and rehab.
Michigan star Yaxel Lendeborg sprained his MCL and ankle in the first half of the national semifinal victory over Arizona. Despite the injury, Lendeborg plans to play against UConn. Coach Dusty May is optimistic, saying all imaging has come back clean. Lendeborg has dealt with injuries this year, including a banged-up thumb and calf strain. He is a vital piece to the Wolverines' success. Lendeborg's teammates are supportive, with senior Will Tschetter saying they'll take Lendeborg at any percentage. The game against UConn is scheduled for Monday, April 6.
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