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Gophers basketball announces Crown Tournament roster
The Gophers, with a roster affected by injuries, enter the Crown Tournament aiming to extend their season and secure up to $300,000 in name, image, and likeness earnings.
- The Minnesota Gophers face Baylor on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas as part of the College Basketball Crown tournament.
- Head Coach Niko Medved selected the Crown tournament over the National Invitational Tournament because it covers travel expenses and offers NIL opportunities, following Minnesota's 8-12 Big Ten finish and NCAA Tournament exclusion.
- Depleted by injuries, Minnesota relies on an 'Iron Six' rotation, with Medved confirming the team will maintain this lineup against the Bears despite coaches acting as practice dummies to compensate.
- Competing in the tournament could earn the roster $300,000 in NIL money, while point guard Isaac Asuma and wing Bobby Durkin have committed to returning for the 2026-27 season.
- The tournament continues with semifinals on Saturday and the championship game on Sunday, providing the Gophers valuable experience before the offseason begins.
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