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Men's basketball set to defend home streak

Marshawn Wilson, a freshman guard, goes for a layup. The Huskies overcame an early deficit to defeat Central Michigan 75-70 on Tuesday night.

The Huskies and Rockets last met Jan. 12 in Ohio. NIU won the matchup 71-66, led by senior guard Travon Baker’s 23 points.

Toledo got large contributions from senior center Nathan Boothe and junior guard Jonathan Williams in the outing. Boothe recorded 30 points and nine rebounds on 10-16 shooting in 32 minutes of action. Williams added another 21 points on 6-13 shooting.

Senior wing Chuks Iroegbu had two key driving layups late in the game for NIU and sophomore center Marin Maric also recorded a double-double with 16 points and 12 rebounds.