EVANSTON, Ill. — At least the first half was fun.
While Northwestern (8-3, 1-1 B1G) was able to jump out to a 33-26 lead, the Wildcats eventually stumbled, ultimately falling to No. 10 Michigan State (12-2, 2-0 B1G) 73-67.
Pete Nance led the way for the ‘Cats, finishing with 13 points and six rebounds. Boo Buie and Chase Audige added 12 points each.
MSU won the tip, but the Spartans were unable to get anything going on their first possession after former-NU target Max Christie missed a three. The Wildcats failed to score on their first possession as well after Robbie Beran’s three-point attempt clanged off the front end of the basket.