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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

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Men’s Basketball: Boo Buie’s 35-point career night not enough as No. 21 Northwestern’s five-game winning streak snaps with 66-62 loss to Illinois

February 24, 2023

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — It has been a while since No. 21 Northwestern (20-8, 11-6 Big Ten) felt the pains of a heartbreaking loss like it did Thursday. Eyeing their sixth straight win and first season series...

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Rapid Recap: Illinois 66, No. 21 Northwestern 62

February 23, 2023

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Riding a five-game win streak and having been recently awarded with an AP Top 25 ranking, Northwestern traveled south on I-57 for round two against Illinois on Thursday.  In a season...

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Men’s Basketball: What To Watch For: Northwestern hopes to keep win streak alive Thursday at in-state rival Illinois

February 22, 2023

When No. 21 Northwestern and in-state rival Illinois clashed in early January, there was a sense that something special was brewing in Evanston. Redshirt senior guard Chase Audige’s 21 points and senior...

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Men’s Basketball: Northwestern uses a strong second half to cruise past in-state rival Illinois 73-60

January 5, 2023

To say Northwestern (11-3, 2-1 Big Ten) had a much better performance Wednesday night than a few days ago against Big Ten foe Ohio State would be an understatement. The Wildcats outlasted Illinois (9-5,...

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Rapid Recap: Northwestern 73, Illinois 60

January 4, 2023

For the first time since 2019, Northwestern has defeated Illinois. In an inspired effort, the Wildcats protected home court in a 73-60 win over the Fighting Illini. Wednesday’s victory marks the first...

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