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Big Ten Tournament Quarterfinal Preview: Minnesota

Was...was that a blowout? Egads that was fun. It really is remarkable what this group can do when they are locked in.

Now that they have claimed their spot in the NCAA Tournament, it’s time to add a little more oomph to the resume and push for a higher seed.

Their quarterfinal opponent, Minnesota, has similar aspirations and will not take MSU for granted after losing to them twice this season.

The Numbers

  • Record: 23-8 (11-7 B1G)
  • Best Win: @ #24 Maryland (RPI: 24), 89-75
  • Worst Loss: @ Penn State (RPI: 93), 50-52

Last Five Games

  • 3/5 — @ Wisconsin, L 49-66
  • 3/2 — vs Nebraska, W 88-73
  • 2/25 — vs Penn State, W 81-71
  • 2/22 — @ #24 Maryland, 89-75
  • 2/19 — vs Michigan, W 83-78 (OT)

Prior to their loss to Wisconsin in the season finale, Minnesota was rolling.