Gophers men’s basketball to play in SoCal Challenge over Thanksgiving

The University of Minnesota men’s basketball team will spend at least part of its Thanksgiving week in southern California, playing in the SoCal Challenge.

Gophers, Ben Johnson get commitment from Dartmouth grad transfer Taurus Samuels

After signing Morehead State transfer Ta'Lon Cooper in late April, Ben Johnson and the Gophers got a commitment on Tuesday from Dartmouth grad transfer Taurus Samuels.

Ben Johnson, Gophers excited to add Dawson Garcia for 2022-23 season

Ben Johnson has been the University of Minnesota men’s basketball coach for a little more than a year, and has already experienced the highs and lows of the NCAA transfer portal.

Gophers' Boye Mafe preps for 'dream come true' NFL draft

Following a breakout season with the Gophers, defensive end Boye Mafe is ready to breakthrough at the next level.

Gophers basketball lands Morehead State transfer guard Ta’Lon Cooper

A day after landing a commitment from former Prior Lake star and North Carolina transfer Dawson Garcia, it appears Ben Johnson has found a point guard for the 2022-23 season.

Former Prior Lake star Dawson Garcia leaves North Carolina for Gophers

The University of Minnesota men’s basketball team landed a big-time transfer in a big man on Monday that should be an immediate contributor for the 2022-23 season.

Lindsay Whalen named to 2022 Basketball Hall of Fame

It's official – Minnesota basketball legend Lindsay Whalen will be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame this fall.

Women’s Final Four tournament gives boost to downtown Minneapolis businesses

This year’s NCAA Women’s Final Four basketball tournament has brought new life – and customers – to restaurants and hotels in downtown Minneapolis. 

Paige Bueckers on playing Final Four in Minneapolis: 'It's surreal'

Former Hopkins star Paige Bueckers says "it's surreal" to have the chance to play in the Final Four in front of a hometown crowd, but adds her team is "laser focused" on the game.

Paige Bueckers, UConn arrive in Minneapolis for Women's Final Four
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Former Hopkins basketball star and current UConn sophomore Paige Bueckers was back home on Tuesday as the University of Connecticut arrived in Minneapolis for the Women's Final Four.

Title IX spotlight: Hall of fame ref June Courteau

As the celebration of Title IX continues with the upcoming NCAA Women's Final Four basketball tournament, FOX 9 spotlights St. Paul native June Courteau – one of the most respected officials in the history of women’s basketball.

Top Minnesotans playing the NCAA Tournament

March Madness is here, and there are several Minnesota connections to the NCAA Tournament.

Lindsay Whalen receives contract extension with Gophers into 2025 season

The University of Minnesota Board of Regents on Friday approved a contract extension for women’s basketball coach Lindsay Whalen that will keep her under contract into the 2025 season.

5 thoughts from Ben Johnson’s first season leading Gophers basketball

The University of Minnesota men’s basketball season came to an end Wednesday night in a 60-51 loss to Penn State at the Big Ten Tournament.