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Michigan basketball vs. Minnesota: Scouting report, prediction

Michigan basketball coach John Beilein speaks to the media on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019, in Ann Arbor. Detroit Free Press

A long-awaited matchup with No. 10 Michigan State looms.

But Michigan isn't thinking about Sunday's clash just yet.

The Wolverines have a tough game at Minnesota on Thursday night (ESPN, 7 p.m. ET). Just a month ago, the Golden Gophers gave Michigan a scare at home; the Wolverines collapsed late and gave up the lead in the final minute, and needed a buzzer-beater to avoid overtime.

The stakes are high for both teams.