Northwestern basketball suffered a heart-breaking home loss on Saturday, 75-69 to #17 Wisconsin. Sadly, it was a big missed opportunity for NU, who held an 8 point lead midway through the second half. This L was overshadowed by another loss- Brooks Barnhizer, who is done for the season (and with that, his entire college career), due to a broken foot. … [Read more...] about How Northwestern Basketball Adjusts to Life After Brooks Barnhizer
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Michigan St Spartans at Northwestern Wildcats: FYIs, Preview, Prediction
The Michigan St. Spartans head to Evanston on Sunday night to take on the Northwestern Wildcats in a battle of teams with one great, signature win so far this season. Unfortunately, they only have that one major win on their resume, and not much more. For MSU, it's their utter thrashing of Baylor (KenPom #15). For Northwestern, it's their historical upset over the nation's … [Read more...] about Michigan St Spartans at Northwestern Wildcats: FYIs, Preview, Prediction
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 Heads to #24 Creighton with 10-1 Record
Northwestern basketball closed out the home portion of their non conference schedule tonight with a 87-72 win over the Eastern Illinois Panthers, pushing their record to 10-1. Meaning they're ready for their second big test of the season- at #24 Creighton. The Blue Jays, favorites to win the Missouri Valley, also have only one loss on the season. NU failed pretty badly in … [Read more...] about Northwestern Heads to #24 Creighton with 10-1 Record
Northwestern Routs MVSU, Stays Undefeated; Ready for #7 Baylor
In two days we'll really know what we have, or don't have with Northwestern college basketball. Yes, they're undefeated right now, and they won the Charleston Classic. But they still haven't played anyone. The road win at Georgia Tech was nice, but the Yellow Jackets are down this year. Much like the rest of the ACC. But it won't be long until the moment of truth … [Read more...] about Northwestern Routs MVSU, Stays Undefeated; Ready for #7 Baylor
Northwestern Beats Seton Hall; Wins College Hoops Tourney
For the second time in three years, Northwestern, the only college basketball team from a power six conference never to have made the NCAA Tournament, has won an early season holiday basketball tournament. In 2009, the Wildcats stayed home and beat a tourney bound Notre Dame team in the semi-finals of the Chicago Invitational Tournament. Then the Cats knocked off a talented, … [Read more...] about Northwestern Beats Seton Hall; Wins College Hoops Tourney
Northwestern Wildcats 73, Iowa Hawkeyes 70: Rapid Reaction
Though many fans of the Iowa Hawkeyes were in attendance Thursday night, the most famous of the faithful: Ashton Kutcher and Demi Moore were not at Welsh-Ryan Arena to see their Hawks drop yet another college basketball game; this time to the Northwestern Wildcats. Although it was much less closer than the first meeting. The Cats shot the lights out to an almost historical … [Read more...] about Northwestern Wildcats 73, Iowa Hawkeyes 70: Rapid Reaction
Jay Cutler’s Toughness in Question after Injury and Loss to Packers
It was a rough day for Illinois sports fans on Sunday as they were swept by Wisconsin teams. As if it wasn't enough for the Northwestern basketball team to lose by 32 points to the Wisconsin Badgers, they lost in a heart-breaker 21-14 to division-rival Green Bay Packers. The latter loss is assuredly the toughest to swallow as it ends the Bears' season and the chance to play in … [Read more...] about Jay Cutler’s Toughness in Question after Injury and Loss to Packers
John and Juice Leading 9-1 Northwestern into Big 10 Play
Northwestern hoops has been "sipping on John and Juice" this season. (At least I didn't make the "purple drank" joke which seemed obvious given the team's colors). This college basketball season in Evanston, the Wildcats have been led by junior forward John Shurna, the Big Ten's leading scorer and one of the most underrated players in the country. And senior point guard Michael … [Read more...] about John and Juice Leading 9-1 Northwestern into Big 10 Play
Northwestern B-ball names Captains, Departs for Italian Adventure
Northwestern head men's basketball coach Bill Carmody announced seniors Jeff Ryan (Glenview, Ill./Glenbrook South) and Michael Thompson (Chicago, Ill./Lincoln Park) have been selected team captains for the upcoming season. "Jeff and Michael have proven to be tremendous leaders throughout their careers and have set a great example to their teammates through their dedication … [Read more...] about Northwestern B-ball names Captains, Departs for Italian Adventure