Northwestern Wildcats win in overtime against Florida Atlantic Owls in March Madness first round game at Barclays Center with strong performance despite low shooting percentage in first half.
Key Points
Northwestern scored 19 points in overtime to secure the win
Northwestern led by nine points with 6:43 left in the game
Brooks Barnhizer hit a crucial layup in the final seconds of regulation
Pros
Northwestern Wildcats showed resilience and toughness in the game
Brooks Barnhizer played a key role in the Wildcats' victory
Cons
Both teams struggled with shooting percentage in the first half