ncaab Game Recap
Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Princeton Tigers Recap - Minnesota Wins 87-80
Payton Willis scored 29 points and chipped in with 10 rebounds for Minnesota on Sunday, leading them to a 87-80 victory over Princeton at Harrah's Cherokee Center.
Minnesota was a -2.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Minnesota got 24 points from Jamison Battle and another 14 points from Sean Sutherlin. Payton Willis contributed 2 assists, while Jamison Battle cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
Princeton got 19 points from Jaelin Llewellyn in a losing cause and another 16 points from Tosan Evbuomwan. Tosan Evbuomwan contributed 7 assists for them, while Ethan Wright had 18 rebounds.
Minnesota was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Princeton as they grabbed 44 boards, while Minnesota only had 43
Minnesota looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the PFW. Princeton will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Marist.