Minnesota, ranked fourth, lost 9-3 to the No. 2 Spartans, giving up four goals in each of the last two periods.
The Gophers, ranked fourth, got two goals from Jimmy Snuggerud in regulation against the No. 2 Spartans but lost a shootout.
Though the Warriors will be without Jonathan Kuminga (ankle) and Draymond Green (calf) on Saturday, Anderson may not necessarily be returning to a sizable role in the Golden State frontcourt.