2023 Big Ten, Big East Tournament picks, long shots
FOX Sports' John Fanta gives his favorite Big Ten and Big East Tournament picks, including a couple of long-shot picks that could make some...MARCH 7, 2023
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Paul Sullivan: The only sure thing in this week's Big Ten tournament at the United Center is unpredictability CHICAGO — It was only a year ago that Boo Buie and Northwestern watched Iowa set a slew of Big Ten tournament scoring records in a 112-76 se...
MARCH 7, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Zach Edey named AP Big Ten player of year; Painter, Collins honored
Purdue's Zach Edey has been named the Big Ten Player of the Year, while Matt Painter and Chris Collins split coach of the year honors.MARCH 7, 2023
Northwestern's Chris Collins shares AP Big Ten Coach of the Year with Purdue's Matt Painter Purdue’s Zach Edey named Player of the Year; Wildcats’ Boo Buie selected for first team All Big Ten.
MARCH 7, 2023 • SUNTIMES.COM
NCAA Bubble Watch 2023: 10 teams that need a strong finish to ensure bids
From inconsistent Michigan to fading Providence, Andy Katz breaks down teams that need to show well in their conference tournaments.MARCH 6, 2023
Julian Roper - Likely out for season Roper (ankle) will sit out the remainder of Northwestern's 2022-23 season, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.
Impact Roper will sit out the 2023 Big Ten Tournament. Though there is a chance the injured sophomore could return during March Madness, it is highly unlikely he will unless Northwestern can advance far into the tournament. As for the Big Ten tourney, NW will have to continue operating with one role player less.
MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Boo Buie - Scores 14 points in win Buie logged 14 points (4-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-5 FT), one rebound, two assists and one steal across 28 minutes during Sunday's 65-53 win over Rutgers.
Impact Buie didn't play as well by making five turnovers in the final game but still ends an impressive senior season. With a 17.2 points per game average, Buie will be a major force for the Wildcats during the tournaments.
MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Matthew Nicholson - Scores 10 points in win Nicholson registered 10 points (5-6 FG), six rebounds, two assists, four blocks and one steal in 28 minutes during Sunday's 65-53 win over Rutgers.
Impact Nicholson put up 10 points in two of the final three games to help the Wildcats put up their best-ever regular season record. It might be hard to put up similar numbers in the tournaments but Nicholson's production has been exceptionally important.
MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Barnhizer sparks Northwestern to 65-53 victory over Rutgers
Sophomore guard Brooks Barnhizer came off the bench to score 16 points and grab 10 rebounds for his first career double-double, leading Northwestern to a 65-53 victory over Rutgers...MARCH 6, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Northwestern visits Rutgers following Omoruyi's 23-point game
Rutgers takes on the Northwestern Wildcats after Clifford Omoruyi scored 23 points in Rutgers' 75-74 loss to the Minnesota Golden GophersMARCH 4, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Paul Sullivan: March Madness is here for Northwestern. Can the Wildcats prove their shocking Big Ten success is no fluke? CHICAGO — The secret is out in Evanston.
MARCH 2, 2023 • SACBEE.COM
Column: March Madness is here for Northwestern. Now the Wildcats need to regain some momentum after a 3rd straight loss. Northwestern doesn't have to worry about an NCAA Tournament bid. Now the Wildcats are trying to prove their shocking success in the Big Ten...
MARCH 2, 2023 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM
Brooks Barnhizer - Logs 19 points in loss Barnhizer notched 19 points (6-12 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and one block over 34 minutes during Wednesday's 68-65 OT loss to Penn State.
Impact Barnhizer helped keep his team in the contest but a home loss couldn't be avoided. He's still scored at least 11 points in four straight games and is a nice asset off the bench for a good Wildcats squad.
MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
College basketball highlights: Providence tops Georgetown on FOX
Men's college basketball was in full swing Sunday on FOX with No. 20 Providence topping Georgetown. Here are the top plays!FEBRUARY 26, 2023
Boo Buie - Scores 35 points Buie ended with 35 points (12-24 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 5-6 FT) and three rebounds in 35 minutes during Thursday's 66-62 loss to Illinois.
Impact Buie went on a tear across Northwestern's last three games played, as he averaged 26.3 points. He is a promising option more than ever for the Wildcats, who have three games left in regular-season action.
FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
How Kentucky has rallied in one week to save its NCAA Tournament chances The Cats picked up four Quadrant 1 wins in the course of eight days, despite being without two vets.
FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Jim O'Donnell: Mayor Billy McKinney is back bringing grace and smarts to Northwestern basketball Zion mayor Billy McKinney will be courtside tonight when the No. 21 Wildcats try to keep their improbable February uptick going at unpredict...
FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • DAILYHERALD.COM
Chase Audige - Logs seven points in win Audige racked up seven points (3-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals across 20 minutes during Sunday's 80-60 win over Iowa.
Impact Audige is usually a key scorer for the Wildcats but was caught in foul trouble and played for the fewest minutes in a game over the season. Still, between Audige, Ty Berry and Boo Buie, there are plenty of options to choose from in their team.
FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Houston back at No. 1 in AP Top 25 for third time this season
Houston returned to No. 1 in the AP men’s college basketball poll on Monday for the third time this season, while Northwestern barged into t...FEBRUARY 20, 2023
Ty Berry - Scores 16 points Berry accumulated 16 points (5-10 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, three assists and one steal in 35 minutes during Sunday's 80-60 win over Iowa.
Impact Northwestern won three of its home games played across mid-January. Berry held his own during the last game against Iowa and averaged a total of 10.0 points across the three-game span.
FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Boo Buie - Eight assists vs. Iowa Buie logged 23 points (6-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 8-8 FT), eight assists, four rebounds and one steal across 36 minutes during Northwestern's 80-60 win Sunday versus Iowa.
Impact Buie logged eight assists across three of the five games Northwestern hosted from Jan. 28 to Feb. 19. He averaged 6.2 assists during the five-game span.
FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Buie leads Northwestern over Iowa 80-60 for 5th straight win
Boo Buie finished with 23 points and eight assists and Northwestern cruised to a wire-to-wire 80-60 victory over Iowa to up its win streak to fiveFEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Boo Buie's late basket lifts Northwestern over No. 14 Indiana Buie scored the go-ahead basket with two seconds left as the Wildcats won their second straight game against a top-ranked team.
FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • SUNTIMES.COM
Julian Roper - Out indefinitely Northwestern head coach Chris Collins said Friday that Roper (ankle) is out indefinitely, InsideNU.com reports.
Impact Roper has missed four straight games and seven of Northwestern's past eight contests due to the ankle injury and will remain out for the foreseeable future. On the bright side, Collins said Roper isn't dealing with any broken bones, and the team hopes he can return in a few weeks, which means the backup guard may be available for the Big Ten Tournament.
FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Trayce Jackson-Davis, Zach Edey lead defensive player of the year tiers
Offense wins games, defense wins championships. So who are Andy Katz's Defensive Player of the Year candidates?FEBRUARY 17, 2023
