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Big Ten's top scorers Garza, Carr highlight tonight's Iowa vs. Gophers matchup
Iowa big man Luka Garza leads the nation and Big Ten in scoring this season. Gophers guard Marcus Carr is right behind him in the conference.
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Gophers have the pieces to really push the pace for Richard Pitino
The Gophers look to continue playing their up-tempo style Thursday night against UMKC. They lead the Big Ten in possessions per game this season.
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With starter Johnson injured, Ihnen could get more playing time for U
Gophers senior forward Brandon Johnson is likely out of tonight's game against UMKC with an ankle injury. What should Richard Pitino do to fill his spot in the frontcourt?
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Robbins' shot blocking could be key for Gophers vs. Boston College
The 7-foot Drake transfer ranked among the nation's leaders in blocks last season.
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Former Shakopee star plays Gophers again, this time back home
Boston College senior and former Shakopee star Steffon Mitchell plays the Gophers for a second time Tuesday in the Big Ten/ACC Challenge. Mitchell went from under-the-radar high school prospect to one of the top defensive players in the ACC.
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Pregame: Pitino puts emphasis on rebounding coming off Gophers' narrow victory
Richard Pitino was frustrated with Minnesota's rebounding in Monday's three-point win vs. Loyola Marymount. After giving up 18 offensive rebounds, the Gophers look to bounce back on the boards Friday night against North Dakota.
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After hot start, U's Carr named to Wooden Award watch list
Junior guard Carr is averaging nearly 30 points per game during the Minnesota's 3-0 start and is among 50 players on the list.
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Lynch to remain suspended while U continues investigation
The county attorney's office said there was insufficient evidence to charge Gophers center Reggie Lynch after his May arrest for allegedly assaulting a 19-year-old woman. But the university's investigation is continuing.
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Source: Rodney Williams will not redshirt this season
A source close to Gophers men's basketball said that incoming freshman Rodney Williams will not redshirt this year.
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