Cedar Falls, Iowa – In an impressive display of offense, Jacob Hutson scored 22 points, guiding Northern Iowa to a decisive victory over Northern Illinois with a final score of 101-57 on Saturday evening.

Hutson showcased his shooting prowess, making 8 of 10 attempts from the field, which included 2 of 3 from beyond the arc, and converting 4 of 6 free throws. The Panthers, now holding a record of 5-4, saw strong contributions from Ben Schwieger, who contributed 20 points alongside eight rebounds. Tytan Anderson also had a notable performance, hitting 4 of 6 from the field and successfully sinking 7 of 10 free throws for a total of 15 points, while grabbing seven rebounds.

On the opposing side, Northern Illinois, with a record of 3-7, was led by Joe Munden Jr., who scored 14 points. Quentin Jones followed closely, finishing with 13 points and six rebounds. Additionally, Kailon Nicholls made a contribution with 12 points for the Huskies.

Overall, it was a commanding performance from Northern Iowa, demonstrating their offensive capabilities and teamwork on the court.