LINCOLN, Neb.— While a victory appeared within reach early, an incredible third quarter for Nebraska (22-7, 11-7 B1G) finished off Northwestern (16-11, 8-8 B1G) as the Wildcats fell 73-59 in their final regular season game before the Big Ten tournament.
Veronica Burton and Laya Hartman led the way for the ‘Cats, scoring 16 and 12 points respectively. For the Huskers, it was the Australian duo of Izzy Bourne and Jaz Shelley who put on an offensive clinic, combining for 37 of Nebraska’s 73 points on the day.
The ‘Cats came into the game on a two-game winning streak, however, it didn’t show early.