Michigan Called Tarris Reed an Enigma. Now He’s Carrying UConn at 7/1 to Win the Title.

Tarris Reed Jr. Final Four infographic. Former Michigan transfer averaging 21.8 points, 13.5 rebounds, 60% FG in 2026 NCAA Tournament. Had 31 pts/27 reb vs Furman, first 30/25 game in 58 years. UConn championship odds 7/1, biggest longshot of four Final Four teams. Michigan +160, Arizona +165, Illinois 4/1.

Michigan Called Him an Enigma. Now He’s the Best Player in the Tournament. Tarris Reed Jr. spent two years at Michigan. He showed flashes of dominance but never quite put it together consistently enough to become the centerpiece of the program. When he transferred to UConn in the summer of 2024, Michigan coach Dan Hurley’s … Read more