SACRAMENTO, Calif. — In Northwestern’s two NCAA Tournament appearances there’s been one distinct similarity between 2017 and 2023.  Both times, the Cats were dealt a hand in the West region —...

“Survive and advance.” The motto of March Madness, constantly repeated by coach Chris Collins and his two backcourt standouts — senior guard Boo Buie  and redshirt senior guard Chase Audige —...

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — This time last year, I had an article prepped on some of the coaches I’d tab as Chris Collins’ replacement. Former Sports Editor Patrick Andres had charged himself, senior...

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Out of the four No. 7 versus No. 10 matchups, No. 7 Northwestern had the second-worst odds to win its Thursday contest against No. 10 Boise State.  And there were reasons for it....

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — After a historic season that included a first-ever win over a No. 1-ranked team and a program-best 12 conference wins, Northwestern (22-11, 12-8 Big Ten) opened up play in the NCAA...