Heading into the Big Ten Tournament, there was probably no more compelling storyline than the Northwestern Wildcats trying to get their first NCAA bid in their school's history. Having finished seventh in the Big Ten, and just one win against the RPI top 50, the Wildcats were thoroughly on the bubble, and the consensus was that they had work to do in the conference tournament … [Read more...] about Did Losing To Minnesota Burst Northwestern’s Bubble?
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Northwestern still needs three wins to make NCAA Tournament
In our latest NCAA Tournament bracket projection, we have Northwestern as a #12 seed, one of the last four teams in. Of course, this isn't a place you want to stay right now as Selection Sunday approaches. Even though this is a supposedly "weak bubble," bracket projections don't and can't factor in the "bid-stealing" that will occur next week when small conference favorites … [Read more...] about Northwestern still needs three wins to make NCAA Tournament
Ohio State just too big and strong for Northwestern: 75-73
Ohio State came in 33-2 and winners of 13 straight versus Northwestern when nationally ranked. So you had to like the chances of the nation's #10 team in Evanston. When you saw them make their first six shots and jump out to a 69% to 35% field goal average (nearly double) about halfway through the first half, I'm sure you liked their chances even more. Give Northwestern … [Read more...] about Ohio State just too big and strong for Northwestern: 75-73
Michigan Proving Itself on the Road
Hoisting 38 three-point shots on the road isn't necessarily the best recipe for success, especially in the Big Ten, where there are no gimmes away from home. But for Michigan, a team that has struggled on the road much of the season, 14 of their 38 three-point attempts found net Tuesday night and that was enough for a, 67-55, overtime win at Northwestern. Once again, super … [Read more...] about Michigan Proving Itself on the Road
Northwestern damages NCAA Tournament chances in losing to Michigan
When Northwestern beat Minnesota on Saturday, the Wildcats were able to pull out the win with strong three-point shooting and ball security, despite a bad rebounding ratio. Tuesday night against Michigan, the Cats rebounded well, but turned the ball over 17 times and shot just 18.8 percent from beyond the arc. The end result, a 67-55 loss, was the opposite of the Minnesota … [Read more...] about Northwestern damages NCAA Tournament chances in losing to Michigan
Michigan at Northwestern: can Wolverines carry momentum on the road?
Michigan picked up their most significant victory of the season Saturday night, edging Ohio State by five points in a game that had more to do with the Wolverines' suffocating half court defense than any of the Buckeyes' shortcomings on offense. The win pushed the Maize and Blue's sterling record at Crisler Arena this season to 15-0. In two key matchups where the … [Read more...] about Michigan at Northwestern: can Wolverines carry momentum on the road?
Northwestern opponents should worry about getting back-doored
Northwestern is playing some really good offense lately. During their current three-game winning streak, the Wildcats are averaging 80.3 points per game while shooting 53.7 percent from the field, including 46.1 percent from 3-point range. Four different NU players are averaging at least 15 points per game during the stretch: John Shurna (23.0), Dave Sobolewski (17.3), Reggie … [Read more...] about Northwestern opponents should worry about getting back-doored
Northwestern vs. Iowa Recap: Cats dominate Hawkeyes
Northwestern knew it needed a win against Iowa Thursday night in order to keep its NCAA Tournament hopes alive. With that in mind, The Wildcats promptly turned in arguably their best performance of the season, a convincing 83-64 win over the Hawkeyes. Point guard Dave Sobolewski led the way for NU, recording a season-high 26 points and team-high seven assists. The freshman’s … [Read more...] about Northwestern vs. Iowa Recap: Cats dominate Hawkeyes
Battle of NUs: Northwestern outshoots Nebraska
In what essentially turned into a three-point shooting contest, Northwestern was able to beat Nebraska in the battle from beyond the arc, taking down the Huskers 84-74. The Wildcats shot 45.2 percent from three (14-31) and 12 of their first 13 shots came from beyond the arc. The Huskers relied on the three as well, hitting on 11 of 26 shots for 42.3 percent on the night. … [Read more...] about Battle of NUs: Northwestern outshoots Nebraska
Northwestern 2012 Recruiting Class has Some Top Notch Prospects
Happy National Signing Day. Northwestern’s 21 commits (the largest class of the Pat Fitzgerald era) hail from 10 states. The Wildcats signed 13 of their 21 players from three states—five from Pennsylvania, four from Illinois and four from Ohio. Scout ranks the class 5th in the Big Ten, 44th in the nation. Those numbers are higher than usual in Evanston. In addition, … [Read more...] about Northwestern 2012 Recruiting Class has Some Top Notch Prospects