Minnesota beat No. 10 Butler 82-73 last week on its way to winning its first four games of the season.  The future looked bright for the Gophers as thoughts of contending for a Big Ten Title danced in their heads.

In less than a week, the Gophers dropped three straight and had their weaknesses exposed.  Clouds have now come into view and the Gophers now have to squint to see an NCAA tournament invitation bid in the distance.

Fortunately, Minnesota heads back home to the barn for its next five games to resolve some issues before the Big Ten season begins. 

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