After a deflating loss against Ohio State in its conference home opener, the Northwestern men’s basketball team (11-3, 2-1 B1G) took on cross-state rival Illinois (9-4, 0-2 B1G) on Wednesday night at home. The Wildcats sent the Northwestern faithful home happy tonight, disposing of their biggest rival 73-60.
Ty Berry and Chase Audige were noticeable and impressive tonight on both ends of the floor. Audige paced the team in points with 21 and was all over the place on defense, racking up four steals. Berry had 13 points and was a key part of numerous important defensive possessions.