The Gophers host No. 22 Maryland Saturday afternoon at The Barn, trying to halt a four-game losing skid. Head coach Richard Pitino previewed the matchup during his Friday media session.
Richard Pitino calls Melo Trimble “one of the better guards in our conference, if not in the country.” pic.twitter.com/xGo71h7b0H
— Sam Ekstrom (@SamEkstrom) January 27, 2017
Richard Pitino on Maryland: “They’re young and loaded.” pic.twitter.com/Z12haaju37
— Sam Ekstrom (@SamEkstrom) January 27, 2017
I also asked Pitino about Amir Coffey, who’s delivered some of his finest moments in the biggest games.
Pitino on Amir Coffey: “He’s checked every box as a special freshman.” pic.twitter.com/HrlMsRH4jz
— Sam Ekstrom (@SamEkstrom) January 27, 2017
Pitino was also very open about the Gophers’ NCAA tournament status, which is still hopeful considering they are 21st in the RPI rankings.
Pitino on the team’s NCAA tournament status: “Seventy-five percent of the league would trade resumes with us.” pic.twitter.com/h01NpW2eYx
— Sam Ekstrom (@SamEkstrom) January 27, 2017
Finally, center Reggie Lynch addressed some of his struggles with foul trouble recently and how he can improve his defensive discipline.
Reggie Lynch on being more disciplined defensively. pic.twitter.com/xUyW9ZcR9L
— Sam Ekstrom (@SamEkstrom) January 27, 2017
