ncaab Game Recap
Penn State Nittany Lions vs Minnesota Golden Gophers Wrap - Minnesota Wins 65-64
Jordan Murphy scored 19 points leading Minnesota to a 65-64 victory over Penn State at Williams Arena on Saturday.
Minnesota earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -4.0-point spread.
Minnesota got 11 points from Eric Curry and another 11 points from Amir Coffey. Jordan Murphy contributed 6 assists, while Jordan Murphy cleaned the glass with 21 rebounds.
Penn State got 27 points from Lamar Stevens in a losing cause and another 10 points from Mike Watkins. Josh Reaves contributed 4 assists for them, while Mike Watkins had 9 rebounds.
Minnesota was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Minnesota as they grabbed 30 boards, while Penn State only had 29
Minnesota looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Michigan. Penn State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Rutgers.