Entering Wednesday, Michigan had gained commitments from its big three heading into the 2026-27 basketball season. Guards Elliot Cadeau and Trey McKenney, along with center Moustapha Thiam, all announced they would play for the Wolverines next season — despite Dusty May off to the NBA. Then on Thursday, Tennessee transfer J.P. Estrella followed suit. According to ESPN's Pete Thamel, Estrella quickly bonded with Mike Boynton Jr., who was a big part in bringing him to the Wolverines. Boynton was a key piece in bringing the majority of the Michigan roster to Ann Arbor. NEWS: Michigan transfer big-man J.P. Estrella is going to remain with the Wolverines, he told ESPN, as he quickly bonded with interim coach Mike Boynton and his teammates after arriving on campus nearly two weeks ago. pic.twitter.com/TTrdjLJB6R— Pete Thamel (@PeteThamel) July 2, 2026Estrella was in Tennessee for three seasons, and will have two years of eligibility to use at Michigan if he were to choose to. Estrella is likely locked into the '4' role on the team, suiting up next to Thiam. Last season, playing in 33 games with 13 starts, the 6'11" forward averaged 10 points and 5.4 rebounds. Estrella went 4-of-10 from three-point range last season for the Vols. Add us as a preferred source on GoogleFollow