IMPACT PLAYER: Jordan Murphy, Gophers
The senior forward had 18 of his season-high 30 points in the first half. With 16 rebounds, he picked up his 54th career double-double, extending his Gophers record.
BY THE NUMBERS
5 How close Murphy got to his career high of 35 points last season against South Carolina Upstate.
10 Assists for Isaiah Washington, his second consecutive game in double digits.
16-0 Gophers run in the first half after falling behind by 10.
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