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Asuma Scores Career-High 23 Points in Minnesota’s 91-61 Win over Southern
Minnesota shot 60% from the field and 48.1% from 3-point range while Asuma and Bobby Durkin each had six assists.
On Thursday in Minneapolis, Isaac Asuma scored 23 points to lead Minnesota to a 91-61 victory over Southern, with the Golden Gophers controlling the game from midway through the first half.
Minnesota shot 60% from the field and 48.1% from 3-point range while dominating the glass with a 40-21 rebounding edge, fueling offensive efficiency throughout the contest.
Southern, now 0-5, struggled to keep pace despite 12-point performances from Daniel Dormu and Justin Page, with Lionel Larvadain adding 10 points and the visitors trailing 46-26 at halftime.
Bobby Durkin added 15 points and six assists for Minnesota, while Kyan Evans, Malick Kordel, and Jaylen Crocker-Johnson each contributed 10 points for the Golden Gophers.
Minnesota hosts Western Illinois on Monday for its next matchup, while Southern returns home to host Louisiana Christian on Tuesday.