ANN ARBOR, Mich. (Interstat) — The Michigan Wolverines used a strong second half to pull away from the Minnesota Golden Gophers for a 77-67 men’s basketball victory Tuesday night at Crisler Center.

Leading 32-30 at halftime, the Wolverines opened the second half with a surge and maintained control. Cade Tyson led all scorers with 20 points for Minnesota. Elliot Cadeau paced Michigan with 15 points and five assists.

The victory improved Michigan’s record to 26-2 overall and in the Big Ten. Minnesota fell to 13-15. An announced crowd of 12,707 attended the conference game.