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Rodney Williams leads Gophers over Appalachian State, 70-56

Tubby Smith's Golden Gophers basketball team used a strong second half to pull away from a gritty Appalachian State team, 70-56 Tuesday night. Rodney Williams led the Gophers with 18 points, six rebounds, and five blocked shots.
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Tubby Smith's Golden Gophers basketball team used a strong second half to pull away from a gritty Appalachian State team, 70-56 Tuesday night. Rodney Williams led the Gophers with 18 points, six rebounds, and five blocked shots.

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