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Rapid Reaction: Northwestern’s comeback falls short in 73-68 loss to Loyola Chicago, drops third straight

The Wildcats wish they had a breakfast ball.

After dropping both games in Las Vegas, Northwestern (3-4, 0-0 B1G) fell to Loyola University Chicago 73-68 on Wednesday morning. The Ramblers led for all 40 minutes in the game, despite multiple runs by the ‘Cats to make the game tight.

For Loyola, Sam Galanopoulos and Alyssa Fisher led the way with 20 and 19 points, respectively. Galanopoulos shot 7-of-14 from the field with three three-pointers and nine assists, and Fisher went 6-of-10.

Casey Harter and Hailey Weaver generated most of Northwestern’s offensive output. Weaver led the ‘Cats with 20 points on 6-of-12 shooting, contributing six rebounds, five assists, two blocks and two steals.