Northwestern declines postseason bids after Big Ten loss

Northwestern's basketball team will not accept any postseason bids after losing 70-63 to Wisconsin in the Big Ten Tournament. Coach Chris Collins and the players decided to focus solely on the conference tournament, marking the end of the season for the Wildcats. The loss concluded a challenging season for Northwestern, which included injuries to key players. Senior players reflected on their contributions, with starting center Matthew Nicholson emphasizing the team's resilience throughout the year. Junior forward Nick Martinelli set a new single-season scoring record for Northwestern, finishing with 22 points in the game. Despite the loss, he expressed personal growth during the season, highlighting the importance of his teammates and faith.