Michigan guard Jordan Poole (2) scores between Ohio State forward Justin Ahrens, left, and guard Keyshawn Woods on Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019, in Ann Arbor, Mich. (AP Photo/Carlos Osorio)ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Kaleb Wesson was alone behind the defense, with a chance for an easy dunk or layup. Zavier Simpson — 9 inches shorter — never gave up on the play. “He just competes,” Michigan coach John Beilein said. “He’s relentless in his desire to win.” Simpson hustled back and blocked Wesson’s shot , and soon after that, No. 5 Michigan broke the game open against rival Ohio State, beating the Buckeyes 65-49 on Tuesday night. In addition to that blocked shot, Simpson finished with a triple-double — 11 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds. The Michigan point guard also had no turnovers in 35:51 of action in an emotionally charged game. Jordan Poole scored 15 points for the…
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