ncaab Game Recap
Northwestern Falls 79-72 to Rutgers - Recap
Northwestern was victimized by Ace Bailey for 37 points as Rutgers defeated them 79-72 in NCAA action on Wednesday.
Rutgers won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +9.0-point spread as underdogs.
Rutgers got 13 points from Tyson Acuff and another 9 points from Lathan Sommerville. Jamichael Davis contributed 8 assists, while Ace Bailey cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.
Northwestern got a 23-point performance from Jalen Leach, who was supported by 16 points from Nick Martinelli. Brooks Barnhizer had 6 assists in a losing cause for Northwestern, while Nick Martinelli grabbed 10 rebounds.
Rutgers led at halftime, 43-36.
The rebound battle favored Northwestern as they grabbed 29 boards, while Rutgers only had 25
Next game, Rutgers takes its act home to face Michigan looking for another win. For Northwestern, they head home to face Wisconsin.