Michigan Installed as Early Favorite Over UConn in National Title Game Despite Lendeborg Injury

Las Vegas sportsbooks opened Michigan as the early favorite over Connecticut in the upcoming national championship game, a line posted moments after both teams punched their tickets to the title contest. The early number comes in spite of concerns over the status of standout forward Vladislav Lendeborg, whose injury had cast doubt on the Wolverines’ depth heading into the final. Oddsmakers nevertheless signaled confidence in Michigan’s overall roster, setting the initial spread before adjusting for any late-breaking medical updates. The line is expected to move as game-day approaches and more information on Lendeborg’s availability emerges.