Minnesota moved to 2-0 with an 87-79 win at Marquette, building a 41-33 halftime advantage and staying in front throughout the second half. Grace Grocholski led the Gophers with 25 points and 11 rebounds, while Leah Harmon added 17 points and four steals.

The Gophers' depth and work on the glass separated them in their first road test. Natalie Kussow and Tori Oehrlein scored 12 points apiece, Mara Braun added 11, and Minnesota finished with a 40-24 rebounding edge while turning 17 Marquette turnovers into 23 points.

Source: Minnesota Athletics