In a season filled with disappointment, Monday night was the chance for Minnesota to end a losing streak against a bitter rival. In the second half, it looked like it might be possibility.
Minnesota led 58-51 with 5:32 left, but went more than six minutes without scoring. Wisconsin used a pair of Brevin Prtizl three-pointers in overtime to fuel a 73-63 overtime victory. The Badgers ended the night with a 22-5 run, leaving every opportunity for Minnesota to steal a win.
The Gophers have now dropped eight consecutive games against Wisconsin to go along with a nine-game regular season losing streak dating back to mid-January.