Michigan Basketball: U-M Back In Pursuit Of 2018 Race Thompson

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Michigan has picked up its pursuit of Minnesota forward Race Thompson after a period in which it appeared the Wolverines were no longer pursuing him. The Wolverines will likely need another forward with Mo Wagner and D.J. Wilson likely out of the picture next year after flirting with the NBA this year.

Thompson fits the bill of what they're looking for.

“College coaches really like me being able to stretch the floor out and being able to take the ball up the court," he said in late April. "They tell me I’m a good passer. I see the court really well and that’s the main thing, just being versatile.

“I have a pretty good shot. I can shoot pretty much anywhere from the three-point line in.”

That's one of the reasons he's planning a Michigan visit this summer.

"I don't have a date yet," he said. "But I like how successful they have been, and I would be a good fit in their system."

Thompson averaged 13.3 points, 7.0 rebounds and 2.8 assists per game through four contests in Fort Worth at the adidas gauntlet. Michigan, Michigan State and Indiana picked up their pursuit after the event, and IU and Providence both offered.

Thompson will likely cut his list down to four or five schools at some point before making a decision and will pledge some time after AAU season is over [July] but before football season starts. He said he doesn't have a list of favorites at this point, still open.

"I want to fit in the playing style and feel like I’m at home," he said. "That’s the main thing .. and feel like a family in the locker room.”

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