With March fast approaching and the Gophers pushing to make it to the big dance, they still have tasks to tackle with a few games left in the regular season. Their goal is to maintain their position within the top four of the Big Ten Conference standings to secure a double-bye at the Big Ten Tournament held at the Target Center.
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While Purdue seems secure at the top, Wisconsin, Northwestern, Illinois, and Michigan State are all in contention, fighting for top spots and the advantage of an additional day of rest before playing on Friday in the tournament.
The Gophers have a total of nine games left on their schedule, with a crucial road matchup against the Iowa Hawkeyes in Iowa City scheduled for tomorrow. Every remaining game holds significant importance.
Securing victories in five to six of them could greatly enhance their chances of earning a double bye. It could also put them in contention for a spot in March Madness, which undoubtedly is more important.