The Minnesota Gopher men's basketball team cruised past Nebraska 84-65 Tuesday night at Williams Arena. The win snapped a four game conference losing streak for Minnesota.

Rodney Williams led the Gophers with 23 points on 8-13 shooting, including a few thunderous dunks.

The #23 Gophers jumped out to a 23-8 lead in the first half and never looked back after taking a nine point lead into the locker room at halftime.

Andre Hollins had 14 points for the Gophers, and Austin Hollins added 13. Nebraska was led by Ray Gallegos with 31 points.

The Gophers are now 16-5 on the season and 4-4 in Big Ten play. They will take on Iowa on Sunday at Williams Arena.

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