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photo: University of Minnesota Minnesota head coach Richard Pitino will return next season, according to college basketball analyst Jeff Goodman. The Gophers finished the 2020 season with a 15-16 overall record (8-12 in the Big Ten). Pitino just completed his seventh year with the Gophers and has qualified for two NCAA Tournaments. His overall record […] READ MORE
by: Daniel House Photo: University of Minnesota This season, there were many nights where the Gophers couldn’t make any shots. During Sunday’s game at Williams Arena, the entire team couldn’t miss. The Gophers set a school record with 18 made 3-pointers in a 107-75 win over Nebraska. Minnesota shot a blistering 57 percent and […] READ MORE
Photo: University of Minnesota by: Daniel House As the Gophers’ 2020 season comes to a close, fans should just enjoy watching Daniel Oturu. During Wednesday’s game against Indiana, Oturu put together another memorable performance for NBA scouts. The senior big man scored 24 points and snatched 16 rebounds in a 72-67 loss. In the […] READ MORE
All season, the dynamic duo of Daniel Oturu and Marcus Carr has carried the Gophers. Despite playing a large volume of minutes, Minnesota’s top players continue to fight. The trend continued during Sunday’s game in Madison. Oturu scored 26 points and snatched 12 rebounds in a 71-69 loss to Wisconsin. The Gophers led by one […] READ MORE
Photo: University of Minnesota by: Daniel House During critical Big Ten games, the Gophers have watched four double-digit leads dwindle away in the second half. Inefficient offensive possessions, missed free throws and turnovers made a difference in each of those matchups. The trend continued during Wednesday’s 74-73 loss to No. 9 Maryland. The Gophers […] READ MORE
Photo: University of Minnesota After dropping three consecutive games, the Gophers have their backs against the wall. The margin for error is nonexistent if Minnesota wants to keep its postseason hopes alive. When the Gophers needed it most, guard Marcus Carr and center Daniel Oturu delivered. Oturu scored 22 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, […] READ MORE
When the Gophers hosted No. 21 Iowa, two of the country’s top post players met. Daniel Oturu and Luka Garza didn’t disappoint in front of a sellout crowd at Williams Arena. With its NCAA Tournament hopes dangling by a thread, Minnesota led by eight points with 5:25 remaining. After a deep 3-pointer by Payton Willis, […] READ MORE
by: Daniel House Photo: University of Minnesota Big Ten road games are never easy, especially when your opponent is on a five-game winning streak. For the first time since 2011, Penn State sold out Saturday’s game at Bryce Jordan Center. In front of a hostile crowd, two top Big Ten players traded punches. Forward […] READ MORE
Within a crowded Big Ten race, Wednesday’s game between Minnesota and Wisconsin felt like it could define the remainder of each team’s season. The difference between a February win and loss is significant, especially in an ultra-competitive conference. After recently struggling to find the bottom of the net, Minnesota put together one of its most […] READ MORE
When shots aren’t falling, it’s difficult to compete. This is especially the case against top-tier competition. The Gophers shot 28 percent and didn’t convert opportunities in Sunday’s 70-52 loss to No. 11 Michigan State. After scoring 21 points in Thursday’s win over Ohio State, guard Marcus Carr had just 11 points on 3-for-14 shooting. Carr […] READ MORE