Returning Nick Martinelli leads Northwestern into opener vs. Mercyhurst

Returning Nick Martinelli leads Northwestern into opener vs. Mercyhurst

Northwestern forward Nick Martinelli elevated his game last season, leading the Big Ten in scoring as multiple teammates endured injuries.

2025-26 Men’s Basketball preview – North by Northwestern

Fourth-year forward Nick Martinelli controls the ball against Wisconsin in the 2025 Big Ten Tournament in March. Photo courtesy of Northwestern Athletics. The Wildcats had a busy offseason, and with a new basketball season comes an updated roster, expert predictions and more purple pride on campus. North by Northwestern is here to analyze just how in shape men’s basketball is before its first tip-off of the season. All eyes on Nick Martinelli Fou