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Minnesota Basketball: Gophers land PG Mike Mitchell Jr. from the portal

When Ta’Lon Cooper decided to enter the portal, point guard became the Gopher’s biggest offseason need. And they have filled that void with Mike Mitchell Jr, from Pepperdine.

NEWS: Pepperdine transfer Mike Mitchell Jr. tells me he’s committed to Minnesota.

The sophomore guard averaged 11.4 points, 4.1 rebounds, and five assists this season. Shot 43.3% from the field and 44% from three.

Story: https://t.co/rWhLtHSRmZ pic.twitter.com/Gtst4kSRSA— Joe Tipton (@TiptonEdits) March 29, 2023

A point guard was desperately needed and Ben Johnson landed a good one.