Minnesota guard Al Nolen, front, attempts to drive around Southeastern Louisiana guard Brandon Fortenberry of Picayune during the second half Tuesday. The 23rd ranked Golden Gophers held off the scrappy Lions 80-71, although Fortenberry scored eight points. The freshman has started all 11 games so far for the Lions this season and SLU stands 6-5 on the season. He is averaging seven points and six assists per game.