How to Watch Northwestern Wildcats vs. Penn State Nittany Lions: Live Stream or on TV
The Penn State Nittany Lions (20-12, 10-10 Big Ten) aim to extend a three-game win streak when they visit the Northwestern Wildcats (21-10, 12-8 Big Ten) on March 10, 2023 at United Center. The matchup airs on BTN.
In its previous game, Northwestern beat Rutgers on Sunday, 65-53. Brooks Barnhizer scored a team-high 16 points (and contributed two assists and 10 boards). In its most recent game, Penn State topped Illinois on Thursday, 79-76. Andrew Funk scored a team-high 20 points (and added zero assists and one rebound).
When is Northwestern vs. Penn State and when does it start?
This game between the Wildcats and Nittany Lions will go down on Friday, March 10, 2023. Expect to see the opening tip at 6:30 PM ET.
Where to Watch Northwestern vs. Penn State
The Wildcats and Nittany Lions will hit the hardwood at United Center for this matchup on March 10, and if you would like to see the event 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 +168 scoring differential (outscoring opponents by 5.4 points per game) is a result of scoring 67.7 points per game (283rd in college basketball) while allowing 62.3 per outing (17th in college basketball).
The Wildcats are averaging 67.7 points, only 0.7 fewer than the 68.4 the Nittany Lions allow.
Northwestern makes 7.7 three-pointers per game (150th in college basketball) at a 32.2% rate (285th in college basketball), compared to the 7.6 its opponents make while shooting 33.8% from deep.
The Wildcats are scoring 68.2 points per game this year in home games, which is 1.3 fewer points than they’re averaging on the road (69.5).
Northwestern’s offense has been less effective over its last 10 games, putting up 63.3 points a contest compared to the 67.7 it has averaged this year.
Penn State Stats, Odds & Insights
Penn State has a +133 scoring differential, topping opponents by 4.2 points per game. It is putting up 72.6 points per game, 158th in college basketball, and is giving up 68.4 per outing to rank 126th in college basketball.
The Nittany Lions’ 72.6 points per game are 10.3 more than the Wildcats give up.
Penn State hits 11.0 three-pointers per game (third-most in college basketball), 3.5 more than its opponents.
In 2022-23 the Nittany Lions are averaging 8.4 more points per game at home (76.8) than on the road (68.4).
Penn State is scoring 71.7 points per game over its past 10 games, which is 0.9 fewer points than its average for the season (72.6).
Wildcats Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boo Buie | 31 | 17.2 | 3.4 | 4.5 | 1.1 | 0.2 | 1.9 |
| Chase Audige | 31 | 14.1 | 3.4 | 2.8 | 2.4 | 0.6 | 2.0 |
| Wesley Cardet Jr. | 1 | 11.0 | 5.0 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 1.0 |
| Ty Berry | 31 | 8.6 | 4.8 | 1.1 | 1.5 | 0.2 | 1.5 |
| Robbie Beran | 31 | 7.7 | 4.6 | 0.7 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 1.2 |
Nittany Lions Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Pickett | 32 | 17.8 | 7.3 | 7.0 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 1.3 |
| Seth Lundy | 31 | 14.1 | 6.3 | 1.0 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 2.6 |
| Andrew Funk | 32 | 12.3 | 2.8 | 1.1 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 3.0 |
| Camren Wynter | 32 | 9.0 | 2.8 | 1.9 | 0.5 | 0.0 | 1.0 |
| Myles Dread | 32 | 5.4 | 2.0 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 0.1 | 1.6 |
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