6:30 p.m. vs. Northern Iowa • 96.7-FM
U aims to stay perfect vs. Panthers
Gophers update: This is the Gophers' fifth appearance in the WNIT, where they are 4-4 all-time. G Kenisha Bell needs four assists and eight made free throws to reach 500 for her career in each category. G/F Destiny Pitts has scored at least 21 points in seven straight games, averaging 24.1 points in that time, shooting 46.9 percent overall and 38.3 percent on three-pointers. The Gophers are 10-0 all-time vs. Northern Iowa.
Panthers update: The Panthers are led by Karli Rucker (14.7 ppg) and Mikaela Morgan (8.9). The Panthers are without senior captain Ellie Howell and Megan Maahs, who are out for the season with injuries.
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