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Captured: Northwestern notches first Big Ten win 73-54 against Rutgers

A Northwestern player dribbles along the sideline, guarded closely by a Rutgers defender.

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Northwestern snapped a 10-game losing streak with a 73-54 win over Rutgers at Welsh-Ryan Arena on Sunday, earning its first Big Ten victory of the season. Junior guard Casey Harter led the way with a career-high 21 points, while senior forward Grace Sullivan chipped in 20 as the Wildcats (7-10, 1-5 Big Ten) controlled the game on both ends. Despite the team struggling early against the press, the ’Cats turned up the heat in the second quarter, outscoring the Knights 24-12, and they never looked back.

A Northwestern player runs through a tunnel of teammates in the pregame introductions.

A Northwestern player rises for a contested jump shot as two Rutgers defenders reach to block the attempt.A Northwestern guard passes the ball forward in transition as a Rutgers defender tracks the play. Northwestern players line up along the bench, exchanging high fives during a substitution break. A Northwestern player listens to instructions from the head coach during a stoppage in play. A Northwestern player releases a shot over a Rutgers defender with arms extended to contest. A Northwestern player drives toward the basket between two Rutgers defenders. A Northwestern player cries out in frustration after being fouled by a Rutgers defender. A Northwestern guard dribbles the ball while facing a Rutgers defender near the top of the key. Northwestern players on the bench stand and raise three fingers in celebration after a successful three-point basket. A group of Northwestern players hug and shout in excitement after securing the win.

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