US EditionTariq Francis Pours in 29 as Rutgers Muscles Past Minnesota
Tariq Francis set a program record with 29 points, including 5 three-pointers, to lead Rutgers past Minnesota and advance to face No. 6 UCLA in the Big Ten Tournament.
- In Chicago, the Rutgers men's basketball team defeated No. 11 seed Minnesota 72-67 on Wednesday, advancing in the Big Ten tournament.
- Through full-court pressure and depth, Rutgers exploited Minnesota’s injury-depleted roster, posting a 15-5 edge in points off turnovers.
- Tariq Francis erupted for 29 points, shooting 9-of-16 with five 3-pointers, while Jamichael Davis added 13 points, six assists, and a key 3-pointer to secure the lead.
- The victory moved Rutgers to 14-18 on the season, ending a tournament drought since 2023, and Pikiell praised, 'Our defense was really good.'
- Marked a 180-degree turnaround from Rutgers’ 80-61 loss at Minnesota, with Francis earning honorable mention All-Big Ten, reinforcing Rutgers’ momentum.
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UCLA vs Rutgers Big Ten Tournament game is streaming free tonight
The UCLA Bruins face the Rutgers Scarlet Knights tonight in the 3rd round of the Big Ten Tournament. Rutgers enters having won two straight, while UCLA has taken four of five, including a convincing 89–68 win at USC to close its regular season. The tip is scheduled for Thursday, March 12, at 6 p.m. PT / 9 p.m. ET (7 p.m. MT). This contest is airing on BTN and streaming live on demand.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights (14-18, 7-14 Big Ten) vs. UCLA Bruins (21-10, 13-7 Big Ten)
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Francis scores 29 points, leads Rutgers over Minnesota 72-67 at Big Ten Tournament
Rutgers beats Minnesota 72-67 in the Big Ten Tournament behind a huge night from Tariq Francis. On Wednesday, Francis scores 29 points and drills five 3-pointers as the 14th-seeded Scarlet Knights knock out the 11th seed.
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