Charles Barkley makes a Michigan guarantee that everyone can get behind

Charles Barkley has never minced his words, and he isn't about to start now.

He saw all he needed to see from Michigan on Saturday when the Wolverines trounced Saint Louis 95-72. It was one of the best performances Michigan has had since Dusty May took over as head coach and Barkley thinks that one of the spots in the Final Four has already been claimed by the Maize and Blue.

"These guys can already start making their reservations. They're going to Indy," the Basketball Hall of Famer said. "That was one of the most complete annihilations and Saint Louis didn't play that bad. They played well. But [Michigan] is going to Indy. They can already get their rooms and get everything ready. They can already book their travel."

It was a balanced performance from Michigan. All five starters were in double figures and each had at least four rebounds. If there were any concerns about Yaxel Lendenborg's injury, he answered them with 25 points and one of the best dunks of the tournament so far. 

Dusty May is ready for the challenge fo the Sweet 16

There's no doubt that the Wolverines put together one of their most complete performances of the season, but Dusty May is not about to make reservations to anywhere but Chicago, the site where the Midwest region will be determined. However, May believes this team has learned from the mistakes that led to last year's disappointment and are better equipped for the long run.

"We've earned the right to go to Chicago and, hopefully, pack that thing with Michigan fans and see where it goes," May said. "We're just a better team. We're better coaches. We're better players. That's just part of the growth process."

Michigan's next opponent won't be known until late Sunday night as the Texas Tech-Alabama game is the last one on the schedule for this weekend. But, as far as Barkley's concerned, it won't matter who is next on the Wolverines' schedule, it won't be enough to stop this team.