The Gophers struggled to defend the three-point shot, but managed to pull ahead for a 107-81 win with help from Reggie Lynch. He finished with 18 points, 12 rebounds, six assists and nine blocks. Lynch was just one block short of tallying the first triple-double since Mychal Thompson in 1976. Minnesota finished with five players in double figures to run past Niagara for their third win.
Gophers struggle to defend the three (again), Coffey starts quick
Niagara opened the game with two quick threes and the Gophers trailed 12-2. Minnesota has been having trouble defending transition three-pointers this year and it was the case throughout Wednesday night’s game.