It’s been a tough three game stretch for the Gophers, who are just two possessions away from being 5-2 instead of 3-4. But, in the end it’s the final score that matters, and the reality is Minnesota heads into Columbus riding a three-game losing streak. It’s not ideal, but it’s not like the sky is falling.
In fact, compared to last year, it’s basically impossible for the sky to fall. Taking a step back, the Gophers have achieved enough this season for it to be considered a success. But now that we’ve seen what this team is capable of, anything less than an NCAA Tournament appearance will be considered a failure.