Game recap: Gophers 68, Illinois 59

February 5, 2017 at 3:20AM

GAME RECAP

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Reggie Lynch, Gophers

The junior center scored a Big Ten season-high 15 points to go with six rebounds and two blocks. He played 32 minutes and had just two fouls.

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20 Family and friends Akeem Springs had in attendance from Illinois and Mississippi.

30 Illinois' shooting percentage in the second half.

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