Overview
- Northwestern's Brooks Barnhizer scored 23 points, making four 3-pointers and contributing nine rebounds and six assists in the win over UNLV.
- The Wildcats improved to 6-2 while claiming third place in the Arizona Tip-Off's Cactus Division.
- UNLV, now 4-3, struggled with turnovers and cold shooting stretches, including a six-minute span late in the game with only six points.
- Northwestern capitalized on an 18-6 advantage in points at the free-throw line and maintained a narrow lead for most of the second half.
- Despite a strong effort from Dedan Thomas Jr. (17 points) and Jailen Bedford (15 points), UNLV was unable to overcome its offensive inefficiency and defensive lapses.