Malick Kordel, the 7'1 big from Germany committed to Michigan. Looks like Mara will have more competition at the center position there. I looked at a recent video of Kordel and he appears quicker, more athletic and more mobile than Mara. Good pick and roll guy with very good hands. Mara probably the better passer though. That should give Michigan a reasonably good big starter and backup at the center position to go with their two excellent 6'9 power forwards. My Michigan wife is very happy with the addition.
Even though the Bruins are rated in the top 5 of the BIG 10 this coming season, Michigan and Purdue looks to be the strongest and favorites. But like anything in the Big 10, you just never know for sure. It should be another battle again for that top position.