DeKalb — The men’s basketball team (12-17, 5-11 Mid American Conference) fell 82-53 Saturday on the road to the Eastern Michigan University Eagles, who had an efficient offensive performance. The Eagles shot 55 percent from the field, nearly 88 percent...

Name: Eugene GermanPosition: GuardHometown: Gary, IndianaFavorite sports team: Cleveland Cavaliers“I like LeBron,” German said. “He’s a leader. I like how he carries himself. He’s not very into getting technical fouls or anything like that....

DeKALB — A 7-0 run by the men’s basketball team in the closing seconds of the game propelled NIU to a 75-67 victory Saturday over the Western Michigan University Broncos in the Convocation Center.“I thought we closed out on the defensive end,”...

The men’s basketball team’s defensive shortcomings have caused the Huskies (11-15, 4-9 Mid-American Conference) to be unsuccessful in MAC play this season.Strong defensive play has been a key part of the team’s identity since Head Coach Mark Montgomery...

DeKALB — A season-high crowd of 1,565 people were on hand to watch sophomore guard Eugene German score a game-winning bucket in overtime over the top-seeded University at Buffalo Bulls.“Incredible crowd,” said Head Coach Mark Montgomery. “You...

DeKALB — A spirited second half effort was not enough for the men’s basketball team Tuesday as it lost 82-77 to the University of Toledo Rockets.“I always thought we were in striking distance,” said Head Coach Mark Montgomery. “The tough thing...

Name: Noah McCartyHometown: Rock Falls, IllinoisFavorite sports team: Chicago BullsInteresting fact: Size 17 shoeAthlete idol/role model: Damian Lillard“He’s a competitor,” McCarty said. “He doesn’t always get the recognition he deserves. I...