Big Ten Tournament: Minnesota’s ‘0-for-3 coaching decisions’ didn’t hinder performance against Nebraska
By Kierstin Lindkvist Medill Reports No. 14 seed Minnesota survived and advanced in a fight-to-the-finish victory against Nebraska — this paired with Ohio State’s victory over Wisconsin marks the second time the No. 13 and No. 14 seeds advanced in the Big Ten men’s basketball tournament. The only other time was in 2017, when No. […]
Big Ten Tournament: ‘Got to relax and have fun’: Buckeyes open tournament victorious by playing with joy
By Kyle Williams Medill Reports Ohio State defeated Wisconsin 62-57 in the opening round of the Big Ten Tournament held at the United Center in Chicago on Wednesday. Graduate transfer Sean McNeil’s team-leading 17 points helped set the tone for an Ohio State team playing for its NCAA Tournament life. “Sean’s a great player. Him […]
Big Ten Tournament: ‘Too deep of a hole’: Badgers face heartbreaking tournament loss against Buckeyes
By Kierstin Lindkvist Medill Reports The Wisconsin Badgers rebounded from a 27-point deficit but ultimately fell short to the Ohio State Buckeyes 57-65 in the first game of the 2023 Big Ten men’s basketball tournament. Freshman Connor Essegian scored 11 points — his 22nd double-figure effort of the season, but it wasn’t enough to secure […]