Final Four Update: Metro Detroit Teams Headed to the Breslin Center
EAST LANSING, MI — March 11, 2026
By Donovan Fann | Detroit Varsity Sports
The road to a state championship continues this week at the Breslin Center in East Lansing, where several Metro Detroit programs will compete in the MHSAA Boys Basketball State Semifinals across multiple divisions.
From powerhouse Division 1 programs to rising teams in Divisions 2, 3, and 4, Metro Detroit will be well represented as teams battle for a spot in the State Finals.
Division 1
Auburn Hills Avondale (26–1) vs Rockford (23–3)
Auburn Hills Avondale continues its impressive season after defeating Roseville (19–7) 71–50 in the State Quarterfinals.
The Yellow Jackets will now face Rockford (23–3), who advanced after a dramatic 48–47 win over Grand Rapids Northview (22–5).
Location: Breslin Center — East Lansing
Date: Friday, March 13, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM
Brother Rice (22–5) vs East Lansing (26–1)
Brother Rice has been one of the most dominant teams in the tournament, cruising through the playoffs with several convincing victories.
The Warriors advanced after an 88–59 win over Wayne Memorial (23–4) in the State Quarterfinals.
They now face East Lansing (26–1), who secured their semifinal spot with a 72–60 victory over Ann Arbor Pioneer (21–5).
Location: Breslin Center — East Lansing
Date: Friday, March 13, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM
Division 2
Romulus Summit Academy North (26–1) vs Freeland (24–3)
Romulus Summit Academy North continues its strong season after defeating Chelsea (20–6) 56–44 in the State Quarterfinals.
Detroit Varsity Sports previously saw Summit Academy North in action at the Chris Webber Best of Michigan Basketball Tournament, where they defeated Warren Fitzgerald (19–7) 35–29.
They will now face Freeland (24–3) in the State Semifinals.
Location: Breslin Center — East Lansing
Date: Friday, March 13, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM
Detroit University Prep (17–9) vs Hudsonville Unity Christian (24–3)
Detroit University Prep earned its semifinal spot after defeating Detroit Country Day (19–8) 59–52 in the State Quarterfinals.
They now prepare to face Hudsonville Unity Christian (24–3) for a chance to advance to the State Championship game.
Location: Breslin Center — East Lansing
Date: Friday, March 13, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM
Division 3
Arts & Technology Academy of Pontiac (18–3) vs Menominee (23–4)
Arts & Technology Academy of Pontiac advanced after a dominant 67–39 victory over Harbor Beach (23–4).
ATAP will now face Menominee (23–4) with a trip to the Division 3 State Championship game on the line.
Location: Breslin Center — East Lansing
Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM
Division 4
Detroit Frederick Douglass (20–7) vs Dollar Bay (24–2)
Detroit Frederick Douglass delivered one of the most dominant performances of the quarterfinal round, defeating Waterford Our Lady of the Lakes (19–7) 76–33.
They now prepare to face Dollar Bay (24–2) in the Division 4 State Semifinals.
Location: Breslin Center — East Lansing
Date: Thursday, March 12, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM
Final Thoughts
With six Metro Detroit teams competing in the State Semifinals, the region has a strong chance to bring multiple state championships back home.
Detroit Varsity Sports will continue providing coverage, interviews, and highlights as the action unfolds at the Breslin Center.
Stay tuned to detroitvarsitysports.com for the latest updates.
