The Pittsburgh Panthers are only 2-4 SU and against the spread on the season, and they suffered all four of their four defeats by double figures. The Panthers have struggled immensely to get buckets, averaging only 62.2 points per game (325th). Minnesota has held opponents to 59.6 points per game (43rd) and it has held each of its last two opponents to less than 50 points.

8* play on Minnesota Golden Gophers.