Jordan Murphy has been arguably the Gophers' best player in nonconference play, but he didn't start for the first 11 games of the season.
Third-year Minnesota coach Richard Pitino appeared concerned that changing Murphy's role could stop him from playing at a high level.
There was really nothing to worry about.
Now Pitino can spend more time concerning himself with how his team can be competitive in the Big Ten after Wednesday's 74-65 loss to Milwaukee at Williams Arena.
Murphy had his sixth double-double in the past seven games with 16 points and 10 rebounds.