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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
by: Daniel House (@DanielHouseNFL) Photo: Fox Sports When Ohio State basketball fans wake up at night, they will be thinking about Marcus Carr. The Gophers’ guard haunted the Buckeyes all season. Earlier in the year, Carr scored a career-high 35 points in an 84-71 win at Williams Arena. On Thursday night, the redshirt sophomore dominated […] READ MORE
It’s not often road games in Piscataway are considered a resume building opportunity. Rutgers has finished dead last in the Big Ten during four of the past five seasons. After creating depth, head coach Steve Pikiell has the program trending upward. On Sunday, the Scarlet Knights dominated the rebounding margin 45-35 (20 offensive boards) and locked […] READ MORE
by: Daniel House Photo: University of Minnesota Emotions were running high as the Gophers clashed with Penn State Wednesday night at Williams Arena. Big man Daniel Oturu and Nittany Lions center Mike Watkins exchanged words all evening. Throughout the night, two scrappy Big Ten teams battled in the post and traded punches. A blistering first […] READ MORE
by: Daniel House Photo: University of Minnesota This year, the Big Ten may be more competitive than its ever been. Every matchup counts when teams are fighting for an NCAA Tournament berth. During Sunday’s game, Minnesota continued to maximize its opportunities against quality opponents. The Gophers used a dominant performance from Daniel Oturu to pick […] READ MORE