The Minnesota Golden Gophers men's basketball team is set to wrap up their regular-season road schedule against Indiana on Wednesday. After breaking a nine-game loss streak to the Hoosiers earlier this year, Minnesota seeks its first victory at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall since 2012. Coming off a 78-73 win over UCLA, the Gophers hope to leverage their strong offensive performance in this crucial matchup.

By the Numbers
  • Gophers recorded a season-high 58% shooting and 12-of-23 (.522) from three-point range against UCLA.
  • Isaac Asuma and Bobby Durkin have logged over 39 minutes per game in the last five outings; Durkin played all 40 minutes in the last match.
State of Play
  • Gophers lead the nation in assist percentage at 72.4%, with 24 assists on 29 makes against UCLA.
  • Indiana is reeling, having lost four consecutive games, including three to ranked opponents, now standing at 17-12 overall.
What's Next

Following the game with Indiana, Minnesota will host Northwestern on March 7, where they will honor their senior players in a final home game of the season.

Bottom Line

As Minnesota faces Indiana, a strong performance is crucial to maintain momentum heading into the postseason. Players like Bobby Durkin and Cade Tyson, who are performing exceptionally, will be key to the Gophers' efforts to secure a win and build confidence for upcoming challenges.