Minnesota Golden Gophers finalize non-conference basketball schedule

The Minnesota Golden Gophers have completed their 2026-27 non-conference basketball schedule by confirming opponents for the upcoming Charleston Classic. The team is set to face Oklahoma State on November 20 and Utah on November 22. These additions bring the Gophers' total count of Power Five non-conference opponents to five for the season, a marked increase from their two such matchups last year. The program looks to build on its previous campaign as it integrates new talent to improve its NCAA Tournament prospects. The matchup against Oklahoma State will feature the high-tempo style associated with head coach Steve Lutz, while the Utah game marks a meeting against a program currently under second-year head coach Alex Jensen.

• 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Final two non-conference opponents are set for Gopher basketball