Northwestern Coach Chris Collins Criticizes Big Ten Over Hotel Conditions and Officiating

Collins claims the league's treatment of his team reflects a broader lack of respect, highlighting issues with accommodations and refereeing.

Northwestern coach Chris Collins expressed frustration over his team being assigned a hotel with malfunctioning air conditioning during the Big Ten Tournament in Indianapolis.
Players reported uncomfortable conditions, with room temperatures reaching 85 degrees, leading some to sleep on top of covers or use ice to cool down.
Collins suggested the hotel assignment was indicative of a broader pattern of perceived disrespect toward Northwestern by the Big Ten Conference.
The coach also criticized officiating throughout the season, implying his team has been consistently treated unfairly by referees.
Despite the challenges, Northwestern defeated Minnesota 74-62 in the tournament's first round and is set to face Wisconsin next.