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Bobby Durkin leads Minnesota to 85-50 victory over North Dakota

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 4:08 AM

Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Bobby Durkin leads Minnesota to 85-50 victory over North Dakota

Summary

Bobby Durkin scored 16 points as Minnesota cruised to an 85-50 win against North Dakota in their season opener on November 2. The Golden Gophers shot 54.8% from the field, outscoring North Dakota, which struggled at 28.8%. Minnesota pulled ahead early, taking a 41-25 lead at halftime and starting the second half with an 18-0 run. Jaylen Crocker-Johnson added 15 points for Minnesota, while North Dakota's Jayden Moore led his team with 13 points. Minnesota will next host Buffalo on November 5, while North Dakota will visit Winthrop on November 7.

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By the Numbers

•Minnesota shot 54.8% overall and 40% from beyond the arc.
•North Dakota missed 25 of 28 three-point attempts.
•Minnesota led by 16 points at halftime.
•North Dakota takes on Winthrop next on November 7.
•Minnesota will host Buffalo on November 5.

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4:08 AMYahoo Sports — Bobby Durkin leads balanced attack as Minnesota opens with 85-50 romp over North Dakota

What they're saying

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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Bobby Durkin scored 16 points to lead a balanced attack and Minnesota cruised to an 85-50 victory over North Dakota in a season opener on Monday night.Durkin made 4 of 5 shots from 3-point range and his only try from inside the arc for the Golden Gophers.
— Yahoo Sports

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