Dusty May begins his second season as the headman at Michigan with an exhibition tune-up against Cincinnati on Friday night.
Fans will get their first look at a Wolverines roster littered with new faces. Do-it-all forward Yaxel Lendeborg — a UAB transfer — and five-star freshman Trey McKenney are among the impressive new pieces to May's roster.
Last season, May steered Michigan to a Big Ten Tournament title and a Sweet 16 berth. By all accounts, it was a resounding — and unforeseen — success. This go-around, the Wolverines are saddled with high expectations; they begin the year ranked seventh in the AP Poll.
On the flipside, Cincinnati last made the NCAA Tournament in 2019, Mick Cronin's final season as Bearcats head coach. Perhaps this is the year that Wes Miller's squad gets over the hump, with sixth-year player Kerr Kriisa leading a capable transfer class.
Here's everything that you need to know about watching Michigan vs. Cincinnati on Friday night, including TV and streaming information.
Where to watch Michigan vs. Cincinnati basketball
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: BTN+
Friday's exhibition between Michigan and Cincinnati will not air on broadcast television. Instead, viewers can stream the game live on BTN+.
Michigan vs. Cincinnati start time
- Date: Friday, Oct. 17
- Time: 6 p.m. ET
Tip-off of Michigan vs. Cincinnati is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET on Friday, Oct. 17.
The game will be played at the Crisler Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Michigan men's basketball schedule 2025-26
Here's a look at the Wolverines' schedule to begin the season.
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Nov. 3 | vs Oakland | 8:30 p.m. |
| Nov. 11 | vs Wake Forest | 6:30 p.m. |
| Nov. 14 | at TCU | TBD |
| Nov. 19 | vs Middle Tennessee State | 6:30 p.m. |
| Nov. 24 | vs San Diego State* | 10:30 p.m. |
*Neutral site
Cincinnati men's basketball schedule 2025-26
Here's a look at how the Bearcats begin the season.
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Nov. 3 | vs Western Carolina | TBD |
| Nov. 7 | vs Georgia State | 7 p.m. |
| Nov. 11 | vs Dayton | TBD |
| Nov. 16 | vs Mount St. Mary's | TBD |
| Nov. 21 | vs Louisville | TBD |