Penn State hosts Minnesota in a crucial game as both teams, struggling with losing streaks, aim to end their slumps.

Penn State, winless in Big Ten play and on an eight-game losing streak, hosts Minnesota, also on a six-game slide, in a key matchup as both teams seek their first wins since late December. The Nittany Lions, coming off a 94-73 loss to Northwestern, are led by Kayden Mingo averaging 14.1 points. Minnesota, missing top scorer Cade Tyson due to an ankle injury and playing with limited depth, looks to rebound after a 67-63 loss at Wisconsin. Both coaches stressed the need for improved consistency and reduced mistakes as they aim to end their skids.