Northwestern Overcomes Eastern Illinois in Overtime Thriller

Jalen Leach's standout performance leads Wildcats to a 67-58 victory after a tense regulation finish.

Jalen Leach scored a season-high 27 points, including crucial shots in both regulation and overtime, to secure Northwestern's win.
Northwestern held Eastern Illinois scoreless in overtime, showcasing strong defensive play.
Nick Martinelli contributed 16 points, while Ty Berry added 10 for the Wildcats.
Eastern Illinois' Nakyel Shelton scored 19 points, keeping the game competitive until the final moments of regulation.
Despite missing key player Brooks Barnhizer for the fourth consecutive game, Northwestern improved their record to 3-1.