3 keys and a prediction for Michigan basketball against Minnesota

Michigan basketball hits the road to take on Minnesota and here are three keys for the Wolverines, as well as a prediction.

Jan 12, 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Michigan Wolverines center Danny Wolf (1) grabs the rebound in the second half against the Washington Huskies at Crisler Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
Jan 12, 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Michigan Wolverines center Danny Wolf (1) grabs the rebound in the second half against the Washington Huskies at Crisler Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images | Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
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Keep doing what you've been doing

A key part of this game for Michigan basketball is just executing and playing Michigan basketball. The Wolverines can't overlook the Gophers, at all. Winning road games in the Big Ten isn't a given and if the Wolverines aren't ready, Minnesota will make this competitive.

A fast start would be positive. The last thing you want to do as a heavy favorite is give the home team hope and some momentum.

But as long as the Wolverines play their game, don't buy into the press clippings, and don't overlook their opponent, they should overwhelm this Minnesota team. Winning conference titles requires consistency and this is the kind of game U-M can't afford to lose.

Prediction: Michigan 81, Minnesota 68

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