Graduate student guard Ty Berry was trapped in the backcourt. Four Montana State players surrounded him after he had stolen the ball, up 69-67 with 36.7 seconds left. With a turnover, the visitors would have a golden opportunity to win or tie the game. But then senior guard Brooks Barnhizer called timeout. The Wildcats (4-1,... The post Men’s Basketball: Northwestern beats … [Read more...] about Men’s Basketball: Northwestern beats Montana State 72-69 as Barnhizer returns
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Two Big Ten Linemen Named as Outland Trophy Semifinalists
For the 79th year in college football, the Outland Trophy will be awarded to the top interior lineman. The award can go to either an offensive or defensive lineman but edge rushers are exempt. This preseason, 13 Big Ten linemen landed on the watchlist. Now, two remain as the FWAA pared it back for its semifinalists. To date, based on the current makeup of the conference, 32 Big … [Read more...] about Two Big Ten Linemen Named as Outland Trophy Semifinalists
Gamethread/How to watch Northwestern vs. Montana State: TV, radio, streaming, betting line, injury report
David Banks-Imagn Images Northwestern looks for a more convincing win against another non-conference opponent. Northwestern barely escaped a loss in its last game at home against Eastern Illinois, a loss that would have been bad for its March resume. The ‘Cats secured the win in overtime, though, and will now take on Montana State as non conference play rolls on. … [Read more...] about Gamethread/How to watch Northwestern vs. Montana State: TV, radio, streaming, betting line, injury report
Rapid Reaction: Northwestern survives Montana State with a 72-69 nail-biter of a victory
Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports It wasn’t the prettiest game for the Wildcats, but they got the job done. He’s baaaack. In captain Brooks Barnhizer’s season debut, the Wildcats (4-1) scraped out a gritty win, edging past Montana State (1-4) to secure a 72-69 victory. Nick Martinelli continued his breakout season, pouring in 22 points, while Barnhizer followed closely … [Read more...] about Rapid Reaction: Northwestern survives Montana State with a 72-69 nail-biter of a victory
Big Ten Bracketology, Week 3: Freaky Friday
Alex Martin/Journal and Courier / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images Purdue and Wisconsin claimed top ten victories, while Maryland and Ohio State came up just short against ranked opponents. The college basketball world is going to feed off of early season overreactions from Friday night’s results for at least another week or two, when the Maui Invitational, Battle 4 … [Read more...] about Big Ten Bracketology, Week 3: Freaky Friday