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Northwestern Wildcats vs Penn State Nittany Lions Recap - Northwestern Wins 76-72
Northwestern grabbed a 76-72 win over Penn State on Wednesday, behind a 23-point effort from Brooks Barnhizer at Bryce Jordan Center.
Bettors who backed Northwestern were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -1.5 at sportsbooks.
Boo Buie had 17 points for Northwestern and Ty Berry chipped in with 16 points. Boo Buie had 8 assists for them, while Boo Buie was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 5 boards.
Penn State got a 25-point performance from Kanye Clary, who was supported by 14 points from Nick Kern Jr.. Ace Baldwin Jr. had 5 assists in a losing cause for Penn State, while Qudus Wahab grabbed 10 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Penn State were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Penn State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 29-23.
Northwestern looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Wisconsin. Penn State will aim to get back on the winning track at Purdue.