en-us SportSpyder - The Latest Northwestern Wildcats Basketball News https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/news Nick Martinelli may look like an NBA prospect, but he doesn’t play like one. Standing at 6-foot-7 and 223 pounds with a 6-foot-10 wingspan, the physical profile of the 22-year-old supersedes what NBA teams look for. But how Martinelli operates on the floor — with a heavy reliance on floaters, unorthodox mechanics and a scoring […] Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:09:06 GMT Drew Christmann https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57026587 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57026587 false false Northwestern men's basketball assistant coach Brian James is leaving Chris Collins' staff after completing his 13th season in Evanston. Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:38:45 GMT Nick Meyer https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57002288 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/57002288 false false After a 50-year coaching career at the high school, collegiate and NBA level, Northwestern men’s basketball’s Special Assistant to the Head Coach Brian James has announced his retirement. Coach James spent 13 years on Chris Collins’ staff, holding the title of special assistant for the last four seasons. Their relationship dates back to Collins’ high […] Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:05:26 GMT Sai Trivedi https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56997058 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56997058 false false EVANSTON, Ill. — Northwestern men's basketball Special Assistant to the Head Coach Brian James announced his retirement from an illustrious, 50-year coaching... Thu, 18 Jun 2026 16:03:40 GMT https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56991639 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56991639 false false Nick Martinelli continues to gain traction ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft, earning a projection to the defending champion New York Knicks in ESPN's latest mock draft. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:54:57 GMT Alex Kwiatkowski https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56967923 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56967923 false false Chris Collins faced a total roster transformation in the offseason, as Nick Martinelli declared for th NBA Draft and nine other players entered the transfer portal. As a result, a team historically built on veteran continuity now has a roster with just three returning players--and lots of questions. Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:38:52 GMT Noah Greenblatt https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56966386 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56966386 false false Turmoil continues for the Spartans, while the Wildcats are building continuity. Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:35:23 GMT Patrick Andres https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56957228 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56957228 false false Northwestern forward Nick Martinelli has continued to rise on NBA draft boards after a dominant senior season and an impressive performance at the NBA Draft Combine in Chicago. Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:23:02 GMT Alex Kwiatkowski https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56887646 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56887646 false false After a turbulent start to the offseason, caused by nine former Wildcats entering the transfer portal, Northwestern’s 2026-27 roster is finally complete, composed of three returners, eight incoming transfers, two incoming freshmen and a walk-on. With this revamped roster, summer workouts will soon be underway in Evanston. Coach Chris Collins and his staff will be […] Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:59:35 GMT Adam Sutro https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56875471 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56875471 false false The former Northwestern Wildcat just wrapped up his first NBA season. Will he stay with the Oklahoma City Thunder beyond his rookie year? Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:28:24 GMT Gavin Dorsey https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56826978 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56826978 false false The transfer portal decimated the Wildcats' roster. Is the team left over doomed to the Big Ten's basement? Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:36:53 GMT Gavin Dorsey https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56813821 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56813821 false false The former Wildcats captain will likely hear his name called during June's NBA Draft. Sun, 31 May 2026 22:47:45 GMT Gavin Dorsey https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56803354 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56803354 false false Following its return to the Big Ten Outdoor Championships 11 days prior, Northwestern sent five runners to the NCAA West Preliminary, hosted by Arkansas. Anna Hightower was the standout of the weekend, as she closed the ‘Cats’ showing at the event with a personal best in the 3,000m steeplechase in her attempt to qualify for […] Sun, 31 May 2026 17:39:55 GMT Matt Campbell https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56800810 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56800810 false false Former Northwestern star Nick Martinelli is climbing up NBA Draft boards. Where will he be picked next month? Sat, 30 May 2026 22:52:05 GMT Gavin Dorsey https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56794941 https://sportspyder.com/mcb/northwestern-wildcats-basketball/articles/56794941 false false