How to Watch Northwestern Wildcats vs. Penn State Nittany Lions: Live Stream or on TV
The Northwestern Wildcats (20-9, 11-7 Big Ten) will try to continue a three-game home win streak when they square off against the Penn State Nittany Lions (17-12, 8-10 Big Ten) on March 1, 2023 at Welsh-Ryan Arena.
Northwestern lost its previous game to Maryland, 75-59, on Sunday. Chase Audige starred with 16 points, plus two rebounds and one assist. On Sunday, in its last game, Penn State lost to Rutgers 59-56. With 16 points, Camren Wynter was its leading scorer.
When is Northwestern vs. Penn State and when does it start?
This matchup between the Wildcats and Nittany Lions will happen on Wednesday, March 1, 2023. Be ready to see the opening tip at 9:00 PM ET.
Where to Watch Northwestern vs. Penn State
The Wildcats and Nittany Lions will take to the hardwood at Welsh-Ryan Arena for this matchup on March 1, and if you want to see the action live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on BTN.
Northwestern Wildcats vs. Penn State Nittany Lions Game Preview
Northwestern Stats, Odds & Insights
Northwestern’s +159 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 5.5 points per game) is a result of scoring 67.9 points per game (276th in college basketball) while allowing 62.4 per contest (21st in college basketball).
The Wildcats post only 0.5 fewer points than the Nittany Lions give up (68.4).
Northwestern hits 7.6 three-pointers per game (161st in college basketball) at a 31.8% rate (302nd in college basketball), compared to the 7.6 its opponents make while shooting 33.9% from deep.
At home, the Wildcats are posting 1.5 fewer points per game (68.4) than they are on the road (69.9).
On the offensive side of the ball, Northwestern has had a tough time putting the ball in the basket over its last 10 games, scoring 65.4 points per contest over that span as opposed to the 67.9 it has racked up over the course of this year.
Penn State Stats, Odds & Insights
Penn State puts up 72.8 points per game (154th in college basketball) while allowing 68.4 per outing (130th in college basketball). It has a +126 scoring differential and outscores opponents by 4.4 points per game.
The Nittany Lions average 72.8 points, 10.4 more than the Wildcats give up.
Penn State hits 3.8 more threes per contest than the opposition, 11.1 (third-most in college basketball) compared to its opponents’ 7.3.
At home, the Nittany Lions average 77.5 points per game. On the road, they average 68.4.
Penn State has played worse offensively in its past 10 games, generating 69.3 points per contest, 3.5 fewer points its than season average of 72.8.
Wildcats Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boo Buie | 29 | 17.2 | 3.4 | 4.5 | 1.1 | 0.2 | 1.9 |
| Chase Audige | 29 | 14.6 | 3.2 | 2.8 | 2.4 | 0.7 | 2.1 |
| Wesley Cardet Jr. | 1 | 11.0 | 5.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 1.0 |
| Ty Berry | 29 | 8.4 | 4.7 | 1.1 | 1.5 | 0.2 | 1.4 |
| Robbie Beran | 29 | 8.0 | 4.7 | 0.7 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 1.1 |
Nittany Lions Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Pickett | 29 | 18.5 | 7.3 | 6.8 | 0.9 | 0.4 | 1.4 |
| Seth Lundy | 28 | 14.3 | 6.2 | 0.9 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 2.7 |
| Andrew Funk | 29 | 11.8 | 2.6 | 1.2 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 2.9 |
| Camren Wynter | 29 | 8.3 | 2.7 | 2.0 | 0.4 | 0.0 | 1.0 |
| Myles Dread | 29 | 5.3 | 1.9 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 1.6 |
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