While a lot has been said about Juwan Howard when he punched an opposing coach, the Michigan Wolverines tactician remains as compassionate as he has ever been towards players. He showed just that with a classy gesture after their NCAA Tournament win against the Tennessee Volunteers on Saturday.
After guiding Michigan to a 76-68 win over Tennessee in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, Howard was seen comforting Volunteers guard Kennedy Chandler. The youngster was emotional after the loss and couldn't hold back his tears, and so the Wolverines coach went up to him and hugged the young rising star.
After the game, @umichbball Head Coach Juwan Howard comforted Tennessee's Kennedy Chandler. pic.twitter.com/RHTLTdK3Xy
— CBS Sports (@CBSSports) March 20, 2022
It was undoubtedly a beautiful moment, which is a refreshing change to the usual intensity of the March Madness. Amid the tough competition where dreams are made of, people often forget that it's also where dreams are crushed.
Juwan Howard hugging Kennedy Chandler shows the human side of the game, something that people often overlook as the focus remains on winning the tournament.
Chandler was huge for Tennessee in the game, leading the team in scoring with 19 points in 37 minutes of action. He also had four rebounds and nine assists, but his efforts were not enough against a Michigan squad that boasts a balanced offense. Hunter Dickinson and Eli Brooks combined for 50 points for the Wolverines as they secured their second NCAA Tournament victory.
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