Dawson Garcia scored a 27 of his season-high 32 points after halftime and Minnesota staged another dramatic rally this time beating UCLA 64-61.

Feb 18, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Minnesota Golden Gophers forward Dawson Garcia (3) and UCLA Bruins guard Kobe Johnson (0) collide while chasing a loose ball during the second half at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images / Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

Following an embarrassing collapse at home versus Minnesota, which saw the Bruins blow a 17-point lead and lose 64-61 after shooting 5-of-15 from the free throw line in the second half, Cronin directed his frustrations at Pauley Pavilion.

The Golden Gophers (13-12, 5-9) continue their swing through Southern California Tuesday for a date at Pauley Pavilion with the UCLA Bruins (19-7,10-5). Minnesota won a hotly contested game Saturday at USC,

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The Bruins crumbled largely as a result of repeated defensive breakdowns and missing 10 free throws in the second half.

UCLA is looking to finish the season strong and put itself in a position to have a favorable spot in the Big Ten Tournament. It took a positive step in that end

The Bruins miss 10 of their 15 free throws in the second half and squander a 17-point lead, as the Golden Gophers score the go-ahead layup with eight seconds left and hand them a 64-61 defeat.