01.30.12 THE GAME PLAN

January 30, 2012 at 9:25PM

01.30.12 THE GAME PLAN THE BUZZ We're still trying to figure out why Austin Hollins drove for a layup instead of taking a three for the U at the end of regulation vs. Illinois. But hey, it worked out, right?

REMOTE PATROL A week ago, we said the Wolves game vs. Houston was one they need to win. They lost by 15. But they get another chance in Texas tonight (7 p.m., FSN).

CLICK PICK At TwinsFest, we were intrigued by Tony Swann, a collector looking for ticket stubs from every game Carlton Fisk played in. Help him out at carltonfisk.com.

STAR GAZING Marian Gaborik was NHL All-Star Game MVP, joining a group of Rangers to win the award that includes Mike Gartner, Mike Richter and Wayne Gretzky.

FAST FACT Samantha Prahalis, the All-Big Ten guard whose No. 9 Ohio State women's basketball team was upset by the Gophers, is the niece of Twins coach Scott Ullger.

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