mshelton33 said:

Martinelli's masterpiece leads NU over Minnesota, 75-63

Northwestern picked up their second straight road win behind 29 points from Nick Martinelli.

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Star forward Nick Martinelli scored 29 points, a career-high for him in conference play. Here are our takeaways from his monster game and Northwestern's second straight road win in the Big Ten.

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Great recap Matt. Especially helpful given limited TV coverage.

Davidgolds5 said:

We have moved up to Kenpom #50. A lot of bubble teams surrounding us. If we win the next two home games, are we on the bubble?

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It would crack the door open further. Realistically it will take winning the last 3 and at least 1 in the BTT. The bubble is soft, there’s an opportunity there but zero margin for error in the next 3.

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Hungry Jack said:

What Smelly said. Matt is an elite defender and his presence will be greatly missed. Only God knows what the portal will bring, but recent yields of Fitz, Preston and Tydus tells me we are going to have to pony up some NIL to find a decent center.

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Tydus was a solid defender, always known for his defense over his offense when we brought him in. The irony is that Matt's offense has fallen off this season without Boo throwing him Nicholbombs.

Matt has grown into an even better defender and disruptive presence in the paint. Two seasons ago I'm not sure how many thought Matt would primarily be known for his defense.

Of the 84 players who are 6'10" or taller, have played 40% or more of their team's minutes and are listed as seniors on EvanMiya.com, it looks like these 12 guys have eligibility (as potential grad transfers)

Oscar Cluff - S. Dakota State
Jackson Moni - N Dakota St.
Ante Brzovic - Charleston
Dane Erikstrup - Washington State
Federiko Federiko - Texas Tech (previously Pitt)
Nick Pringle - South Carolina
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Steven Jamerson - San Diego
Carlton Linguard - South Florida
Matt Van Komen - Elon
AD Diedhiou - Louisiana-Monroe
Ja'Derryus Eatmon - Florida A&M
Stephon Roberts - Saint Peter's

There's just not much to acquire in the "big man" grad transfer pool. There may be some additional guys who were injured this year.

No Chores said:

This is just a fabulous report Matt. You've anticipated and answered all of my questions, which is certainly not easy at this stage of the season.

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Thank you!

mshelton33 said:

Martinelli's masterpiece leads NU over Minnesota, 75-63

Northwestern picked up their second straight road win behind 29 points from Nick Martinelli.

northwestern.rivals.com

Star forward Nick Martinelli scored 29 points, a career-high for him in conference play. Here are our takeaways from his monster game and Northwestern's second straight road win in the Big Ten.

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This is just a fabulous report Matt. You've anticipated and answered all of my questions, which is certainly not easy at this stage of the season.

PURPLECAT88 said:

Wait, you get bonus points for only taking 2 shots?

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No, but you also don't deserve to have "fans" calling you "really inconsistent" when you aren't.
Forget it.
Some people made some dumb comments. They were wrong. Its over.

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So proud of this group. Keep going, keep building, the future could be awesome! Love how they keep answering the bell for Collins and eachother.

This team deserves some serious fan support on Friday.

Someone suggested here not being interested in the BTT or NIT. Screw that, these kids find things to play for: pride, fans, BTT, NIT/Crown, there’s always something to play for.

UpsetAlert said:

You can kill us, but you can’t take our heart! What a team. Students—pay attention and support their last home games.

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Last regular-season* home games.

Heck yes. Well said!

Davidgolds5 said:

We have moved up to Kenpom #50. A lot of bubble teams surrounding us. If we win the next two home games, are we on the bubble?

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No .... but follow that up with a win at Maryland ......
and a couple in the Big Ten ...... and sure why not.

also, i guess it depends what you mean by bubble. i don't see us being one of the "Next 8" unless we also beat UMD

But really ... I'd like to beat Iowa first then worry about it.

Magnificent coaching job by CCC tonight. This team has no quit.

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Gonna be really interesting to see how good this team can be at the end of the year when all the new players start gelling. Maddie Taylor mostly doing her thing so far, gonna need some level of support come tournament time.

We have moved up to Kenpom #50. A lot of bubble teams surrounding us. If we win the next two home games, are we on the bubble?

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1830sherman said:

Wow. Two decisive conference road wins with this roster, after a season of a lot of heartbreak. Just gotta give major props to Collins and the players.

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Amazing considering we lost two of our top three players. Once again who knows how great our season could have been if not for the injuries