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Doane (NE) DOANE 7-5, 2-4
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Winner Northwestern NWC 12-0, 6-0
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7-5, 2-4
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Northwestern NWC
12-0, 6-0
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Doane (NE) DOANE 34 30 64
Northwestern NWC 40 48 88

Game Recap: Men's Basketball | | NWC Athletic Communications

Second-Half Push Guides Raiders to Home Win

ORANGE CITY, Iowa – The No. 7-ranked Northwestern men's basketball team pulled away early in the second half to pick up a home win, moving their record to 12-0 (6-0 GPAC). It was the Raiders' most efficient shooting performance of the season, making 64% of their shots.

The first half was marked by a back-and-forth battle, with both teams exchanging leads multiple times. The Raiders took an early lead with a nine-point margin at 3:16, largely due to strong performances in the paint, scoring 20 points there by the end of the half. A key moment came when Jesse Van Kalsbeek executed a steal and a fast-break dunk, contributing to the team's momentum. Despite the Tigers' efforts, including a three-pointer from Brady Timm, the Raiders maintained their advantage, leading 40-34 at the end of the half.

The Red Raiders extended their lead in the second half, capitalizing on several scoring runs and defensive plays. Early in the half, Alex Van Kalsbeek contributed with four consecutive free throws, helping the Raiders build momentum. Jesse Van Kalsbeek added to this with a layup and a free throw, while Jalen Langsy's three-pointer at 14:30 pushed the home team's score to 52 points. The Raiders continued to dominate with a consistent offensive effort, including a late 8-0 run capped by a Marcus Kelderman dunk on a fast break with 1:22 remaining, leading to a 48-30 advantage for the half and an 88-64 win.

GAME NOTES
  • Jesse Van Kalsbeek has now collected double-doubles in back-to-back games, scoring 23 points with 16 rebounds today.
  • Jalen Langsy scored 19 points, making five shots from behind the arc.
  • The Raiders outrebounded the Tigers 35-14.
  • Alex Van Kalsbeek (18) and Kaleb Booth (11) also scored in double figures.
  • Northwestern shot an efficient 64.0%, their highest mark of the season and sixth time at 60% or higher.
Up Next: The Raiders will head to Lake Wales, Florida for the first of two games in the sunshine state, facing Warner at 3:00 p.m. (CT) on Tuesday.
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