Only days after clinching Michigan’s first NCAA Men’s Basketball National Championship since 1989, guards Nimari Burnett and Charlie May extended their victory celebration from the court to the community. The championship pair made an unexpected stop at Raising Cane’s in Ann Arbor, where they spent the morning on a special “shift” with crew members while engaging with fans. Just steps from campus, the restaurant soon turned into a lively maize-and-blue party, as students, families, and local fans crowded in to see the newly crowned champions. Michigan Champs Go Behind The Counter At Raising Cane’s. Cane’s Raised. Instead of just showing up, Burnett and May dove right in, jumping behind the counter to learn the restaurant’s operations. The duo signed autographs, took selfies, packed Box Combos, and pitched in at the kitchen, all while partying with the fans who backed them through their championship journey. The experience held special significance for both athletes. As dedicated Raising Cane’s fans, working a shift was a full-circle moment, evolving from late-night patrons to national champions giving back to their community. Burnett Jokes About Cane’s Shift Pressure After Title Win. Cane’s Raised. Although the atmosphere was festive, Nimari Burnett acknowledged that the experience introduced a unique form of pressure. “I’ll say I’m a little nervous to work this shift today.”
