The Gophers (16-6, 4-5 Big Ten) surged pass Illinois Saturday night. Minnesota defeated the Fighting Illini 77-72 in overtime at Williams Arena. The Gophers were looking for redemption after losing to Illinois in double-overtime a month ago. Minnesota travels to Iowa City on Wednesday.
Gophers celebrate overtime victory

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