The Minnesota Golden Gopher men’s basketball team topped Wofford 79-57 Thursday night at Williams Arena. Minnesota shot just over 50% from the floor and jumped out to a 24-2 lead to start the game.

Elliot Eliason scored 11 points with 11 rebounds and seven blocked shots to pace the Minnesota victory. Oto Osenieks added 14 points for the Gophers.

The Gophers are now 5-0 on the season and will face #9 Syracuse Monday.

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