And the season gets started. Year three under Ben Johnson. They face the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats, led by Reggie Theus, former first-round pick and Timberwolves assistant coach.
Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
Record: 0-0 (0-0)
KenPom Rank: 350
So the Wildcats were not very good last year, and do not appear to be headed in a better direction this year. Ranked 350th out of 362 in KenPom’s preseason rankings is not encouraging. This is likely the worst team we will face this year. So can the Gophers take care of business and start the season 1-0?
KEYS TO A GOPHER WIN
Stop Zion Harmon - The Wildcat’s best player is a sophomore guard.