Owen Hamilton, men’s basketball freshman center, will not be a part of the team next season after requesting a release from the basketball program, according to a Friday NIU Athletics press release.“Owen has made the decision to transfer and continue...

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...