Postseason NIT - Northwestern Falls 69-66 to Washington State - Recap
Postseason NIT - Northwestern Falls 69-66 to Washington State - Recap
Washington State grabbed a 69-66 win over Northwestern on Wednesday, behind a 17-point effort from Klay Thompson at Friel Court.
Washington State did not, however, defeat Northwestern against the spread, which closed at 4 at most sportsbooks.
Brock Motum had 13 points for Washington State and Reggie Moore chipped in with 11 points. Klay Thompson had 4 assists for them, while Klay Thompson was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
Northwestern got 20 points from Michael Thompson in a losing cause and another 16 points from Alex Marcotullio. John Shurna contributed 4 assists for them, while John Shurna had 9 rebounds.
Washington State led at halftime, 38-31.
Northwestern won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 42-39.
