The University of Michigan men’s basketball team, ranked 20th, will face off against Minnesota at Williams Arena in Minneapolis on January 16. The Wolverines are looking to secure their 100th win in the series and end a two-game losing streak.
Michigan boasts an impressive 51.9% shooting percentage from the field, with Vladislav Goldin leading the team with a 69.2% mark that ranks fourth nationally. The team has been hot from three-point range, with five players averaging over 50% for the season.
Nimari Burnett is leading the team in scoring, and his 10.9-point average per game makes him one of just five Wolverines to reach double figures this season. Goldin, meanwhile, has scored in double figures for 10 straight games and has recorded at least one block in 14 consecutive contests.
The Wolverines have struggled with close losses recently, falling by a total of five points over their last three games. However, they are looking to turn things around against the Gophers. With their strong shooting and clutch performances, Michigan is poised for a thrilling matchup against Minnesota on Thursday night.
Source: https://mgoblue.com/news/2025/1/14/mens-basketball-back-on-road-wolverines-set-for-thursday-night-battle-with-gophers