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Men’s basketball can’t stop Ohio

By Brian Earle | January 20, 2014

A second-half surge from Ohio led to men’s basketballs’ demise on Saturday night at the Convocation Center as it fell 65-46.The Huskies (7-9, 1-3 MAC) went into halftime with a one-point lead, up 24-23, despite shooting 33 percent compared to the...

Men’s basketball falters in overtime

By Brian Earle | January 16, 2014

It was the same old story for men’s basketball Wednesday: It found a way to lose a game it should have won at the hands of Kent State, 73-64, in overtime at the Convocation Center.The Huskies (7-8, 1-2 MAC) were leading 58-55 late in regulation, but...

Freshman Andrew Frankenreider (32) rushes the ball down court Nov. 8 against Omaha Nebraska.

Men’s basketball glad to be home

By Brian Earle | January 14, 2014

After playing six of its last seven games on the road, men’s basketball will return to DeKalb for a MAC showdown against Kent State at 7 p.m. today at the Convocation Center.The Huskies (7-7, 1-1 MAC) are coming off a 45-36 victory over Bowling Green...

Freshman Aaric Armstead (23) maneuvers toward the net Nov. 24 against St. Joseph. The men’s basketball team (7-7, 1-1 MAC) has won more than five games in a season for the first time during the Mark Montgomery coaching era, which Montgomery attributes to greater teamwork.

Basketball on way to better season record

By Brian Earle | January 14, 2014

After two five-win seasons, men’s basketball appears to have found its rhythm.The Huskies (7-7, 1-1 MAC) may be looking at a turnaround as for the first time in the Mark Montgomery era they have won more than five games in a season.“What a difference...

Men’s basketball holds off Bowling Green

By Brian Earle | January 12, 2014

After falling to Buffalo in its conference-opener last Wednesday, men’s basketball rebounded against Bowling Green as it earned its first MAC win of the season with a 45-36 victory in Ohio on Sunday.For the first 10 minutes of the game, the Huskies...

Men’s basketball had successful winter break

By Brian Earle | January 12, 2014

While everyone was away for winter break, men’s basketball continued its season, playing in seven games.The Huskies (7-7, 1-1 MAC) fared well in those games, going 4-3 and earning their first MAC victory of the season with a 45-36 win over Bowling Green...

Freshman Dontel Highsmith (4)  beats two Dartmouth players during Thursday's game. NIU won, 64-57.

Men’s basketball closes out Dartmouth

By Brian Earle | December 8, 2013

Led by a strong first-half performance, men’s basketball came away with its third win of the season, taking down Dartmouth, 64-57, Thursday at the Convocation Center.The Huskies (3-4) had three players score in double figures. Sophomore wing Darrell...

Men’s basketball looking for boost at home vs. Dartmouth

By Brian Earle | December 4, 2013

Men’s basketball will look to bounce back after its 63-58 defeat at Nebraska with a matchup with Dartmouth at 7 p.m. today at the Convocation Center.The Huskies (2-4) had a chance to tie the game with nine seconds left, but sophomore guard Travon Baker’s...

Face Off: Basketball’s success

By Brian Earle | December 3, 2013

Men’s and women’s basketball are just about one month into their respective seasons. After both teams had sub-par campaigns during the 2012-13 season, they are looking to rebound during the 2013-14 season. They each have gotten off to positive starts...

Men’s basketball narrowly beaten by Nebraska

By Brian Earle | December 1, 2013

Trailing by 13 points in the second half, men’s basketball’s comeback attempt fell short as it was defeated by Nebraska 63-58 Saturday in Lincoln.The Huskies had cut the deficit to as little as one point when freshman guard Dontel Highsmith drilled...

Men’s basketball to face Nebraska

By Brian Earle | November 25, 2013

Brian EarleStaff Writer H @NSSBrianE22DeKalb | Following a convincing 111-61 victory over Saint Joseph’s (Ind.) Sunday, men’s basketball is set for its big matchup with Nebraska in Lincoln at noon Saturday.NIU hasn’t broken the 100-point barrier...

Men’s basketball dominates

By Frank Gogola | November 24, 2013

Men’s basketball closed its season-opening, five-game homestand by taking care of business and winning a game they should have in a convincing fashion.The Huskies (2-3) posted a 111-61 thrashing of the Div. II St. Joseph’s (Ind.) Pumas (1-4) Sunday...