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Rutgers Falls 88-70 Against Minnesota - Game Recap

Rutgers was scorched by Amir Coffey for 29 points as Minnesota defeated them 88-70 in NCAA action on Saturday.

Minnesota was a -9.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Jordan Murphy had 15 points for Minnesota and Dupree McBrayer chipped in with 15 points. Dupree McBrayer had 10 assists for them, while Jordan Murphy was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 14 boards.

Rutgers got 13 points from Myles Johnson in a losing cause and another 13 points from Geo Baker. Myles Johnson contributed 2 assists for them, while Myles Johnson had 8 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Minnesota were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.

Rutgers had a 35-32 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Minnesota heads into a battle against Illinois. Rutgers, meanwhile, will have their next action against Purdue.