On Saturday the Early Big 10 Banger is on Minnesota. Game 564 at 2;00 eastern. This a solid spot for the Gophers here tonight as they have nearly a week to stew in a tough loss where they blew the lead against Nebraska, while allowing 50% shooting from the field. In the 2 previous games they allowed 50% or higher they followed it up with solid wins. Minny has won 12 of 13 at home by an average 13 points per game. When playing with 5 or 6 days rest Minnesota is 5-1 straight up and to the spread and they have covered 8 of 9 vs teams who allow less than 65 points per game. Northwestern triggered a Powerful play against system when they won as a 17 point dog at Wisconsin in their last game winning by nearly double digits while allowing a season low 25^ shooting from the field. They are likely to Bounce big here as they have failed to cover 10 of 15 vs winning teams and have lost 12 of 15 off a conference win and are a lousy 4-9 ats a a dog. Look for Minnesota to win and cover.

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