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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


Sophomore Blake Smith wearing white defends a basketball player wearing black and yellow.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern walk-on Blake Smith provides unlikely defensive spark for March Madness squad

March 21, 2024

NEW YORK  — Just beyond the Big Ten’s halfway point, Northwestern coach Chris Collins faced a daunting task. His team was churning through its Big Ten tests, but he soon found himself at a crossroads.  The...

Sophomore guard Blake Smith looks to make a pass against Indiana. Smith logged 27 minutes at Maryland Wednesday night.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern secures unlikely victory at Maryland

February 28, 2024

After knocking off the defending champions in a 38-9 Super Bowl XVIII smackdown of Washington, then-Los Angeles Raiders owner and general manager Al Davis delivered a three-word statement that became a...

Sophomore forward Nick Martinelli attempts a shot.

Rapid Recap: Northwestern 68, Maryland 61

February 28, 2024

Fresh off of a six-day layoff, Northwestern returned to the court at College Park, squaring off against Maryland Wednesday.  The Wildcats (20-8, 11-6 Big Ten) were victorious over the Terrapins (15-14,...

Buie, in a white basketball uniform, celebrates and holds his hands up in the air.

Captured: Men’s Basketball: Northwestern tops Maryland, 72-69

January 19, 2024

Welcome to The Daily’s photo blog: Captured. This is a space for The Daily’s photographers to share their best work, including photos from weekend performances and events around the community. You...

Junior guard Brooks Barnhizer dribbles the ball.

Men’s Basketball: Northwestern’s rebounding, steals overwhelm Maryland in 72-69 victory

January 18, 2024

Looking to return to the win column, Northwestern took on Maryland Wednesday, putting its conference home winning streak on the line.  The Wildcats (13-4, 4-2 Big Ten) last hosted the Terrapins (11-7,...

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