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Northwestern basketball closed out the home portion of their non conference schedule tonight with a 87-72 win over the Eastern Illinois Panthers, pushing their record to 10-1.

Meaning they’re ready for their second big test of the season- at #24 Creighton. The Blue Jays, favorites to win the Missouri Valley, also have only one loss on the season.

NU failed pretty badly in their first big test, losing 69-41 to the #7 Baylor Bears at home two weeks ago.

Maybe this time will be different?

John Shurna had a career high 32 points and broke the school record for three-pointers made in a single game. He shot lights out going 11-16 from the field, 9-12 from behind the arc.

http://www.thesportsbank.net/college-bball/northwestern-heads-to-24-creighton-with-10-1-record/

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