Wayne, Neb. – The No. 8 Northern State University men's basketball team sailed to their second victory over Wayne State on Sunday afternoon, downing the Wildcats by 13 points. The Wolves improve to 2-0 on the year, heading into NSIC North Division play.
THE QUICK DETAILS
Final Score: NSU 64, WSC 51
Records: NSU 2-0, WSC 0-2
Attendance: 129
HOW IT HAPPENED
- The Wolves scored 32 points in each half, with both teams shooting under 40.0% from the floor
- Northern shot 38.5% from the floor, 31.8% from the 3-point line, and 68.0% from the foul line out-shooting the Wildcats who held percentages of 36.2% from the floor and 21.4% from the 3-point line
- NSU tallied 20 points in the paint, 12 fast break points, 11 points off turnovers, and seven second chance points
- They added 33 rebounds, 11 assists, ten blocks, and nine steals
- Three Wolves scored in double figures, with eight seeing the floor in the win
NORTHERN STATE STATISTICAL STANDOUTS
BEYOND THE BOX SCORE
- Northern improves to 38-23 all-time versus Wayne State following the weekend, with a current three game win streak
UP NEXT
The Wolves remain on the road next weekend at Bemidji State University. Tip-off is set for 6 p.m. on Friday and 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. Live video, stat, and audio links are available on the men's basketball schedule on nsuwolves.com.
