Gophers defeat No. 20 Michigan in overtime

Dawson Garcia's stunning 35-foot buzzer-beater propelled the Minnesota Gophers to an 84-81 overtime victory over No. 20 Michigan, marking their first win in the Big Ten this season. The game featured a dramatic finish, with Garcia scoring the game-winning shot after Michigan's Danny Wolf tied it at 81 with a layup just seconds earlier. Garcia led the Gophers with 27 points and 12 rebounds, while Lu'Cye Patterson contributed significantly with 22 points and key plays down the stretch. This victory not only halted Minnesota's five-game losing streak but also provided head coach Ben Johnson with his first win over a ranked opponent. The Gophers, now 1-6 in the conference and 9-10 overall, will face Iowa next. The unexpected win highlights the unpredictable nature of college basketball.