Illinois State to Host Northwestern in Exhibition Opener at CEFCU Arena
The Redbirds will open their season with a much‑anticipated exhibition game against Northwestern on October 18, featuring returning scorers and new portal talent.
Jul 8, 2026
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Northwestern’s 2026‑27 Men’s Basketball Roster Poised for Breakout or Bust
Northwestern’s revamped roster mixes three returning players with eight transfers, two freshmen and a walk‑on, creating a season that could swing from an NCAA Tournament bid to the bottom of the Big Ten standings.
Jun 7, 2026
Northwestern Wildcats Basketball Prepares for a Transformative 2026‑27 Season
Northwestern’s men’s basketball program is reshaping its roster with eight incoming transfers, two freshmen and a walk‑on, targeting a balanced ceiling and floor as it seeks a bubble spot in the expanded NCAA field.
Jun 7, 2026
Graduate Transfer Colin Smith Joins Northwestern Wildcats
Colin Smith, a graduate transfer wing, is expected to strengthen Northwestern’s defense and spacing, offering a versatile skill set that aligns with the team's strategic goals.
May 29, 2026
Chris Collins Rebuilds Northwestern Wildcats Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
Coach Chris Collins is reshaping the Northwestern Wildcats roster after a disappointing 2025‑26 campaign, bringing in six transfer commits while only three seniors return.
May 24, 2026
Northwestern Wildcats Basketball Prepares for a Transformative 2026‑27 Season
The Wildcats will field a young, reshaped squad with seven transfers, a single senior and a mix of shooting talent and defensive questions as they enter the Big Ten.
May 19, 2026
Ryan Soulis Commits to Northwestern, Bolstering International Roster
Ryan Soulis, a sophomore forward from Athens, Greece, has pledged to Northwestern’s men’s basketball program, joining a wave of international transfers that includes Okku Federiko, Luke McEldon and Aleksej Kostić.
May 15, 2026