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| MATCHUP | St. Thomas – Minnesota Tommies | Minnesota Golden Gophers |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| Spread | +14.5 -115 | -14.5 -105 |
| Moneyline | +850 | -1450 |
| Total | Over 150.5 (-108) | Under 150.5 (-112) |
| Where | The Barn by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN | |
| When | Friday, November 6, 2026 | |
| Time | 08:00 PM EST | |
| TV | Peacock | |
St. Thomas vs. Minnesota Prediction
Minnesota is obviously the more talented team, and playing in The Barn is never easy. However, St. Thomas is not a pushover program and has the offensive horses to compete with the big boys. Now the defense has room to improve from what we saw in the opener against Presbyterian, but you should not sleep on the Tommies. This is a program that’s taken steps forward over the years and is a contender in the Summit this season. Minnesota should win, but St. Thomas will be up to the task of competing. I want the points in this in-state showdown, which is probably going to be closer than many think.
St. Thomas-Minnesota Tommies Betting Preview
The St. Thomas-Minnesota Tommies beat Presbyterian, and they play Green Bay and Army next. St. Thomas has won 8 of its last 12 games.
The St. Thomas-Minnesota Tommies are averaging 87 points on 45 percent shooting and allowing 78 points on 55 percent shooting. Tim Franks is averaging 24 points and 1 assist, while Jeremy Lorenz is averaging 16 points and 5 rebounds. Hayden Tibbits is the third double-digit scorer, and Austin Herro is grabbing 4 rebounds. The St. Thomas-Minnesota Tommies are shooting 25 percent from beyond the arc and 68 percent from the free-throw line. The St. Thomas-Minnesota Tommies are allowing 50 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 31 rebounds per game.
Minnesota Golden Gophers Betting Preview
The Minnesota Golden Gophers beat North Dakota, and they play Cincinnati and Southern next. Minnesota has split its last 10 games.
The Minnesota Golden Gophers are averaging 85 points on 54.8 percent shooting and allowing 50 points on 28.8 percent shooting. Bobby Durkin is averaging 16 points and 5 rebounds, while Jaylen Crocker-Johnson is averaging 15 points and 4 rebounds. Isaac Asuma is the third double-digit scorer, and Malick Kordel is grabbing 5 rebounds. The Minnesota Golden Gophers are shooting 40 percent from beyond the arc and 53.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Minnesota Golden Gophers are allowing 10.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 38 rebounds per game.
Why the Minnesota Golden Gophers will win
- Minnesota has won 23 of its last 24 games against non-Conference opponents at The Barn by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota.
- St. Thomas (MN) has lost three of its last four games following a road win.
Why the St. Thomas Tommies will win
- St. Thomas (MN) has won six of its last seven games against non-Conference opponents.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Minnesota’s last 10 night games has produced a total of 149 or fewer points.
- Five of St. Thomas (MN)’s last six games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 147 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Minnesota ranks 9th among Division 1 teams for assist-to-turnover ratio this season (3.22).
- Minnesota ranks T9th among Division 1 teams for opponent three-point field goals made per game this season (3.0).
- St. Thomas (MN) ranks 22nd among Division 1 teams for effective field goal percentage this season (66.7%).
- St. Thomas (MN) ranks T38th among Division 1 teams for three-point field goals made per game this season (12.0).
Randy Chambers's Pick: St. Thomas +14.5
