The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Takeaways Rutgers: The Scarlet Knights led 27-19 midway through the first half but were unable to slow down Purdue’s 3-point barrage. Smith picked up his fourth foul with 8:20 left but was able to sit the rest of the way thanks to Purdue’s large lead. …
EVANSTON, Ill. — As Northwestern struggled through the past couple seasons, Boo Buie and Chase Audige learned some tough lessons — on poise, and finishing strong, and competing. “It’s finally starting to show what the real us is.” Led by its experienced backcourt and supported by a rowdy student section behind each basket, Northwestern added a signature win to its …