The Basics
Score: MNU 78, Northwestern 54
Record: MNU (10-3), Northwestern (8-5)
Location: Olathe, Kan. – Bell Family Arena
OLATHE, Kan. – Kameron Green reached 1,000 career points as MNU delivered a wire-to-wire performance Friday afternoon, pulling away early and never looking back in a convincing 78–54 victory over Northwestern.
MNU jumped out to a 27–11 lead in the first quarter and continued to build separation in the second, carrying a commanding 46–28 advantage into halftime. Northwestern struggled to find consistency against MNU's defensive pressure, while the Pioneers continues to expand the lead.
Zaylee Werth led the way with a double-double, finishing with 15 points, 11 rebounds, and 3 assists. Aubrey Rogers added 16 points on 6-of-9 shooting, while Mary Lukert knocked down three triples on her way to 13 points. Kameron Green was impactful on both ends, contributing 15 points, 4 assists, and 4 blocks.
MNU remained in control after the break, matching Northwestern point-for-point in the third quarter before extending the margin further in the fourth. The Pioneers finished the game shooting 44.4 percent from the field and a perfect 12-for-12 from the free throw line, while forcing 24 Northwestern turnovers.
Turning Point
MNU's 27–11 first-quarter surge created immediate separation and allowed the Pioneers to dictate tempo for the remainder of the game.
Inside the Box Score
FG%: MNU 44.4%, Northwestern 38.9%
3-Point FG%: MNU 41.7%, Northwestern 41.7%
Free Throws: MNU 100.0%, Northwestern 53.8%
Rebounds: MNU 37, Northwestern 35
Turnovers: Northwestern 24, MNU 14
Points in the Paint: MNU 40, Northwestern 31
Points off Turnovers: MNU 28, Northwestern 14
Individual Leaders
Aubrey Rogers: 16 points
Zaylee Werth: 15 points, 11 rebounds, 3 assists
Kameron Green: 15 points, 4 assists, 4 blocks
Mary Lukert: 13 points
Up Next
The next game is Saturday, January 3 at home vs. Missouri Valley (8-5, 3-3) at 2:00.
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