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Tariq Francis Pours in 29 as Rutgers Muscles Past Minnesota

Tariq Francis set a program record with 29 points, including 5 three-pointers, to lead Rutgers past Minnesota and advance to face No. 6 UCLA in the Big Ten Tournament.

  • In Chicago, the Rutgers men's basketball team defeated No. 11 seed Minnesota 72-67 on Wednesday, advancing in the Big Ten tournament.
  • Through full-court pressure and depth, Rutgers exploited Minnesota’s injury-depleted roster, posting a 15-5 edge in points off turnovers.
  • Tariq Francis erupted for 29 points, shooting 9-of-16 with five 3-pointers, while Jamichael Davis added 13 points, six assists, and a key 3-pointer to secure the lead.
  • The victory moved Rutgers to 14-18 on the season, ending a tournament drought since 2023, and Pikiell praised, 'Our defense was really good.'
  • Marked a 180-degree turnaround from Rutgers’ 80-61 loss at Minnesota, with Francis earning honorable mention All-Big Ten, reinforcing Rutgers’ momentum.
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Tariq Francis pours in 29 as Rutgers muscles past Minnesota

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Francis scores 29 points, leads Rutgers over Minnesota 72-67 at Big Ten Tournament

Rutgers beats Minnesota 72-67 in the Big Ten Tournament behind a huge night from Tariq Francis. On Wednesday, Francis scores 29 points and drills five 3-pointers as the 14th-seeded Scarlet Knights knock out the 11th seed.

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Rutgers 72, Minnesota 67

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On3 broke the news in on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
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