Off the heels of one of the greatest seasons in Michigan basketball history, head coach Dusty May and the Wolverines will have a lot of production to replace, losing all five starters from the National Championship squad. Apr 6, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Michigan Wolverines head coach Dusty May cuts down the net after defeating the Connecticut Huskies in the national championship of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images | Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images The Wolverines have a large 2026 recruiting class, featuring six freshmen and three transfers. It is a strong class that ranks inside the top-10 in the nation. Michigan basketball assistant coach and general manager Kyle Church sat down on the Defend the Den podcast on Tuesday (May 5) and talked about the recruiting process. One of the Wolverines' most important recruits is former Tennessee big man J.P.…