News

Northwestern At Michigan Basketball (Jan. 29, 2018) Game Preview: Game Time Start, Channel Info

The Northwestern Wildcats will visit the No. 25 Michigan Wolverines on Monday night, and here is everything you need to know before the game.

Northwestern vs. Michigan Basketball preview

Northwestern (13-9, 4-5 in Big Ten) has won two straight and is eighth in its conference. The Wildcats will host the Wolverines on February 6.

According to some reports, Michigan (16-6, 6-4 in Big Ten) is the only team this season to average more than 1.3 points per possession and still lose a game. The Wolverines suffered a brutal 92-88 loss to Purdue on Thursday, but they remain fifth in their conference.

Michigan vs. Northwestern: 

Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter!

A week of sports news in your in-box.
We find the sports news you need to know, so you don't have to.

When: 7:00 PM EST

Where: Crisler Arena

TV: FS1

Streaming: FoxSports2Go

Northwestern averages 73 points per game, but allows 67.1 to opponents. The Wildcats boast a solid core of players led by Scottie Lindsey (14 PPG) and Bryant McIntosh (13.0 PPG). Vic Law, who also averages 12.9 per game and Derek Pardon (11.5 PPG) are also major assets to the lineup.

Another big matchup to watch on Monday night is Notre Dame at Duke.  That game will begin at 7 pm EST and will air on ESPN. Riddled by injuries, the Fighting Irish have lost five in a row, including two at home.

MADISON, WI – FEBRUARY 12: Vic Law #4 of the Northwestern Wildcats is fouled by Ethan Happ #22 of the Wisconsin Badgers during the first half of a game at the Kohl Center on February 12, 2017 in Madison, Wisconsin. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

Pablo Mena

Writer and assistant editor for usports.org. NY Giants and Rangers fan. Film and TV enthusiast (especially Harry Potter and The Office) and lover of foreign languages and cultures.

Recent Posts

76ers Positioned As Top Landing Spot For Free Agent LeBron James

LeBron James is on the move, and the Philadelphia 76ers have emerged as a serious…

1 hour ago

Suns Build With Miles Bridges Trade Whils Hornets Look To The Future

After Miles Bridges was traded to the Phoenix Suns, the Charlotte Hornets continued their dramatic…

1 day ago

Josh Gordon Recalls Tom Brady Requiring Him To Sleep Over At His House So They Practice Plays Hundreds Of Time

Former NFL wide receiver Josh Gordon is giving fans new insight into what made Tom…

1 day ago

Deandre Ayton Headed To Wizards In Trade For Jaden Hardy

Deandre Ayton is headed to the Washington Wizards just days after he exercised his player option…

1 day ago

Lakers Finally Get Their Big Man With Walker Kessler Trade With Jazz – Who Got The Better Deal?

The Lakers finally got their center, landing Walker Kessler in a blockbuster trade that addresses…

1 day ago

Why Celtics Traded Jaylen Brown To 76ers

Jaylen Brown is headed to the Philadelphia 76ers in a blockbuster trade completed Wednesday night.The…

1 day ago