The Wildcats aim to keep their perfect start alive as they host a hungry Boston University squad on Monday night.
Key points
- Northwestern aims to keep its unbeaten home record, targeting a third straight win at Welsh‑Ryan Arena.
- Jake West’s scoring and playmaking are central to the Wildcats’ early success.
- Boston University brings a high‑scoring guard in Kyrone Alexander, making the backcourt matchup a key focus.
- Northwestern’s historical edge over the Terriers and strong Patriot League record give it a psychological advantage.
Northwestern will open its second home game of the season on Monday, Nov. 9, at 7 p.m. CT in Welsh‑Ryan Arena, facing Boston University. The matchup will be televised on the Big Ten Network with Mike Hall and Shon Morris calling the action, and will also be streamed on WGN Radio 720 and SiriusXM Channel 257.
The Wildcats entered the contest unbeaten at 2‑0, having dispatched Stony Brook 78‑65 on Nov. 6. Northwestern shot 48.1% from the floor and 52.2% from three‑point range, while limiting the Seawolves to just 39.2% shooting. Guard Jake West posted a career‑high 23 points, added six assists and three rebounds, and became the first Northwestern guard since 2010 to record 20‑plus points in each of the first two games of a season.
Recent Wildcats Performance
West’s playmaking continues to draw attention; he averages 9.0 assists per game, tied for fifth nationally, and his 12 assists against Binghamton rank among the program’s best. Coach Chris Collins noted the team’s defensive tightening and the “compact” floor strategy, emphasizing the backcourt partnership of West and fifth‑year guard LA Pratt, who contributed 16 points in the Stony Brook win. Forward Jack Karasinski’s 24‑point debut and Angelo Ciaravino’s defensive presence—averaging 2.5 blocks per game—round out a roster that has recorded zero seconds trailing this season.
Boston University arrives in Evanston also unbeaten, after a 93‑85 home win over Northeastern and a 72‑67 road victory at Brown. The Terriers are shooting 51.4% as a unit, with guard Kyrone Alexander leading the way at 24.0 points and 7.5 rebounds per game.
Key Players and Coach Comments
Historically, Northwestern holds a 2‑0 edge over the Terriers, winning the 1959 meeting 78‑74 and the most recent 2025 matchup 76‑57 in a wire‑to‑wire performance. The Wildcats are 15‑1 against Patriot League opponents since the league’s current alignment, underscoring their dominance in recent conference play.
If Northwestern can sustain its defensive intensity and capitalize on West’s dual scoring‑assist threat, the Wildcats look poised to extend their home winning streak to three games. The next test comes against crosstown rival DePaul on Nov. 13, also at Welsh‑Ryan Arena.
Reader questions
When and where is the Northwestern vs. Boston University game?
The game is scheduled for Monday, Nov. 9, at 7 p.m. CT in Welsh‑Ryan Arena, Evanston, Ill.
How can I watch or listen to the game?
It will be broadcast on the Big Ten Network, with radio coverage on WGN Radio 720 and SiriusXM Channel 257.
Who are the standout players to watch?
For Northwestern, guard Jake West (scoring and assists) and forward Jack Karasinski (scoring) are key; for Boston University, guard Kyrone Alexander leads with 24 points per game.
Source: nusports.com
