Gophers upset UCLA 64-61 in California sweep

The Minnesota Gophers men's basketball team achieved a thrilling 64-61 victory over UCLA on Tuesday night in Los Angeles, overcoming a 17-point deficit fueled by a strong performance from Dawson Garcia, who scored 32 points. With this win, the Gophers completed a two-game sweep in California, having previously defeated USC. UCLA coach Mick Cronin expressed frustration after the game, blaming the home crowd for the team's struggles, including a poor free-throw shooting performance in the second half. The loss is a setback for UCLA as they fight for a strong position in the NCAA tournament. Minnesota, improving to 14-12 this season, is now preparing to host Penn State this Saturday. The victory marks a significant moment for the Gophers, who have shown resilience despite being in the lower half of the Big Ten standings.