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Big Ten Tournament - Northwestern vs Minnesota Final: 72-64 - Recap
Minnesota was scorched by Nick Martinelli for 28 points as Northwestern defeated them 72-64 in NCAA action on Wednesday.
Bettors who backed Northwestern were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.5 at sportsbooks.
Ty Berry had 14 points for Northwestern and Jordan Clayton chipped in with 11 points. Jordan Clayton had 4 assists for them, while Matthew Nicholson was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Minnesota got 22 points from Dawson Garcia in a losing cause and another 11 points from Mike Mitchell Jr.. Femi Odukale contributed 4 assists for them, while Frank Mitchell had 7 rebounds.
Northwestern was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.