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After dropping three consecutive games, the Gophers have their backs against the wall. The margin for error is nonexistent if Minnesota wants to keep its postseason hopes alive. When the Gophers needed it most, guard Marcus Carr and center Daniel Oturu delivered.
Oturu scored 22 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, while Carr added 18 points and seven assists in an 83-57 win over Northwestern. The dynamic and efficient play of Minnesota’s top duo has been been a common theme during its most dominant wins. Recently, the Gophers have struggled to make 3-pointers, but the entire team was scorching hot on Sunday.