Boston University vs. Northwestern men’s college basketball game, Digi Mart USA News (Evanston, Illinois): The Boston University Terriers visit the Northwestern Wildcats on Monday, Nov. 9, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET from Welsh-Ryan Arena in Evanston, Illinois.
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Boston University finished 17-17 last season, while Northwestern went 15-19. As of Nov. 6, Boston University is 2-0 and Northwestern is also 2-0 this season.
Sophomore forward Sam Hughes is averaging 14.5 points per game for Boston University. He scored 15 in a 93-85 win over Northeastern and followed with 14 at Brown.
The sophomore forward has started both games and has two blocks, up from nine points per game last season. Northwestern has held opponents to 41-for-103 shooting from the field, so finishing inside against that defense will be key for him.
Junior Azmar Abdullah opened with 21 points against Northeastern and scored seven in a 72-67 win at Brown. He has made nine of 10 free-throw attempts and played 35 minutes in the opener.
He has started both games for the unbeaten team, and his scoring has jumped from 8.3 points per game last season. Ball security is the area to watch after he gave the ball away six times in two games.
Northwestern sophomore guard Jake West has 18 assists and 43 points through two games. He handed out 12 assists against Binghamton and scored 23 against Stony Brook, though he has committed five turnovers.
He averaged 5.3 points last season, making his early production the biggest storyline on the roster. He played 38 minutes against Stony Brook and is 9-for-10 at the free-throw line.
Boston University allowed 85 points to Northeastern in its opener. Northwestern’s half-court offense runs through West’s decisions.
