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HISTORY LESSON: Detroit’s March Madness: The Moments That Never Get Old
As Michigan competes in the winner-takes-all NCAA Championship, let’s reflect on other key March Madness moments in Detroit history.
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HISTORY LESSON: Detroit’s March Madness: The Moments That Never Get Old
As Michigan competes in the winner-takes-all NCAA Championship, let’s reflect on other key March Madness moments in Detroit history.
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