One play today: Minnesota +8.5 at Illinois (bought a point)

Look for the gophers to keep this game game close, within 8.5 points, or win outright. Minnesota has suffered a few bad losses in their last 10 (Northwestern, Penn St., Michigan, Ohio St.) and will look for a win to earn a little respect in route to the Big 10 tourney. They handled the Illini at the barn in January, and will look to grab a nice win here. Tubby and the boys will get it done or at least keep it close.