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Gophers receive a commitment from Texas center Sam Freeman
The Gophers have received a commitment from Justin, TX. center Sam Freeman. The 6-foot-10, 220-pound big-man chose the Gophers over offers from Virginia Tech and TCU. He took his second visit to Minnesota last weekend and had Virginia Tech in his final-two before head coach Buzz Williams departed for Texas A&M. Freeman now joins guard […] READ MORE
Flip Saunders is on Tom Izzo’s mind during the Final Four
When the clock turned past midnight, Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo often waited for his phone to buzz. He always knew a familiar voice would be waiting on the other end of the line. Between completing late-night QVC orders, Flip Saunders dialed Izzo’s number to chat. The former Gophers basketball player and Timberwolves […] READ MORE
With Isaiah Washington set to transfer, what’s next for the Gophers’ roster?
Sophomore guard Isaiah Washington announced Monday on Twitter he intends to transfer from the University of Minnesota. Washington, a top recruit in the New York area, averaged just 4.3 points per game this season. The former four-star prospect, heralded as “Jelly,” won New York’s Mr. Basketball Award during his senior year of high school. Despite […] READ MORE
Notebook: Blake Cashman and other Gophers take part in NFL Pro Day
After a strong showing at the NFL Scouting Combine, all eyes were on Gophers linebacker Blake Cashman during the University of Minnesota Pro Day. It’s nothing new for Cashman, who has been taking part in one continuous job interview for the past couple of months. “Everyone is evaluating you constantly and you have a lot […] READ MORE
3/26 Practice Notebook: Gophers showing off depth, physical growth this spring
The Gophers held their fifth practice of the spring on Tuesday and it was the second session open to the media. After working the Big Ten Tournament during the last public practice, this was my first chance to see part of the 2019 squad in action. In this type of setting, it’s hard to […] READ MORE
3/26 Practice Notebook: Gophers showing off depth, physical growth this spring
The Gophers held their fifth practice of the spring on Tuesday and it was the second session open to the media. After working the Big Ten Tournament during the last public practice, this was my first chance to see part of the 2019 squad in action. In this type of setting, it’s hard to […] READ MORE
House Report: Jordan Murphy’s historic career ends in the Gophers’ 70-50 loss
Minnesota fans have long wondered if their giant in the post was made of iron. After seemingly every physical hit in the post, Jordan Murphy would always get back up. Every loose ball, rebound and post entry touched the hands of No. 3. He simply seemed indestructible. Some day, his number will be in the […] READ MORE
Mutual respect shared between Richard Pitino and Tom Izzo before NCAA Tourney clash
When the Gophers take the court against against No. 2 Michigan State on Saturday night, a familiar opponent will be standing across from them. This time, it won’t be for an ordinary Big Ten game, but an NCAA Tournament matchup. Minnesota dropped its last matchup to Michigan State in early February, 79-55. Since then, both […] READ MORE
House Report: Hot shooting carries the #Gophers to an 86-76 NCAA Tournament win
The clock struck zero as guard Dupree McBrayer ran to the opposite end of the arena to celebrate with thousands of maroon and gold fans. A player who has overcome adversity in many ways, was basking in the glory of a special moment. For thousands of fans who made the trip, they waited years to […] READ MORE