en-us SportSpyder - The Latest Northwestern Wildcats Basketball News https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/news In the current NIL era, with complete freedom of player movement and consistent waiver applications for extra eligibility based on injuries or playing time, the college sports world has been in crisis for several years. Fans have grown accustomed to seeing eighth-year seniors on their fourth college team competing against 18-year-olds. It has been clear […] Sun, 12 Jul 2026 17:04:09 GMT Donovan West https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57227039 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57227039 false false Former Northwestern captain Brooks Barnhizer recorded another NBA Summer League double-double with 12 points and a game-high 10 rebounds, continuing to strengthen his case for a larger role with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:53:55 GMT Alex Kwiatkowski https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57218093 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57218093 false false Former Northwestern forward Pete Nance posted 16 points and seven rebounds for the Milwaukee Bucks in NBA Summer League, continuing to build momentum heading into the 2026-27 season. Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:21:07 GMT Alex Kwiatkowski https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57214058 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57214058 false false The former Northwestern captain picked up his victory in what could be a very promising coaching career. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 21:33:10 GMT Gavin Dorsey https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57212825 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57212825 false false Former Northwestern star Nick Martinelli scored 11 points and grabbed five rebounds in his NBA Summer League debut, giving Clippers fans an early glimpse of his potential despite Los Angeles' loss to Sacramento. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:02:38 GMT Alex Kwiatkowski https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57209587 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57209587 false false It'll be tough to find someone on the force taller than this. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:12:13 GMT Billy Heyen https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57208430 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57208430 false false Former Northwestern standout Pete Nance is staying in Milwaukee after re-signing with the Bucks following a career-best 2025-26 season in which he averaged 5.4 points while shooting 42% from three-point range. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:29:02 GMT Alex Kwiatkowski https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57203418 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57203418 false false A Kyrie Irving approved four-star prospect took to X to share his thoughts on his latest offer from Division-I men's college hoops. Chris Collins' program was given the center stage treatment. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 21:08:39 GMT Nick Meyer https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57191630 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57191630 false false Former Northwestern captain Brooks Barnhizer recorded his first NBA Summer League double-double, finishing with 15 points and 10 rebounds despite the Oklahoma City Thunder's 103-69 loss to the Utah Jazz. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:43:34 GMT Alex Kwiatkowski https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57188094 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57188094 false false Mung Chiang has entered Northwestern's presidency during a critical time in collegiate athletics. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:29:42 GMT Gavin Dorsey https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57187270 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57187270 false false Former Northwestern standout Chase Audige averaged 16.8 points during the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Americas Qualifiers, continuing to impress against elite international competition while representing Team Jamaica. Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:16:37 GMT Alex Kwiatkowski https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57177838 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57177838 false false Former Northwestern captain Brooks Barnhizer led the Oklahoma City Thunder with 13 points and six rebounds in his NBA Summer League debut, continuing to build momentum after signing a two-way contract. Mon, 06 Jul 2026 18:10:40 GMT Alex Kwiatkowski https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57169260 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57169260 false false Former Northwestern star Boo Buie has earned another NBA opportunity after being named to the Chicago Bulls Summer League roster, giving the Wildcats legend a chance to prove he belongs at the next level. Sat, 04 Jul 2026 14:21:00 GMT Alex Kwiatkowski https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57153726 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57153726 false false Northwestern will be well represented during the 2026 NBA Summer League. Here's the full schedule and what each former Wildcat is looking to prove. Fri, 03 Jul 2026 19:29:22 GMT Alex Kwiatkowski https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57148530 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57148530 false false