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March 22, 2024, Brooklyn, NY, USA; Northwestern Wildcats guard Brooks Barnhizer (13) controls the ball against the Florida Atlantic Owls in the first round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at the Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Brooks Barnhizer, OKC Thunder to Play for NBA Summer League Championship

The former Northwestern Wildcat has thrived since being drafted to the NBA.

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March 22, 2024, Brooklyn, NY, USA; Northwestern Wildcats guard Brooks Barnhizer (13) controls the ball against the Florida Atlantic Owls in the first round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at the Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Brooks Barnhizer, OKC Thunder to Play for NBA Summer League Championship

The former Northwestern Wildcat has thrived since being drafted to the NBA.

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March 22, 2024, Brooklyn, NY, USA; Northwestern Wildcats guard Boo Buie (0) reacts against the Florida Atlantic Owls  in the first round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at the Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Nuggets' Boo Buie Held Out of Summer League Game After Back Injury

It's unclear if the former Northwestern guard will play tonight.

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Apr 6, 2025; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Pete Nance (35) looks to pass against New Orleans Pelicans forward Jamal Cain (8) during the second half at Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
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Former Northwestern Forward Turns in Solid Showing vs. Chicago Bulls

Pete Nance put up double-digit points in his latest NBA Summer League game.

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Mar 24, 2024; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Northwestern Wildcats guard Boo Buie (0) reacts on the bench against the Connecticut Huskies in the second round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at the Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Boo Buie Almost Cracks Double-Digits in Limited Playing Time Against Raptors

The former Northwestern star isn't playing a lot for the Nuggets in the Summer League.

Ryan Cole
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Jan 19, 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA;  Northwestern Wildcats guard Brooks Barnhizer (13) shoots on Michigan Wolverines center Danny Wolf (1) in the second half at Crisler Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
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How Brooks Barnhizer, OKC Thunder Can Clinch Summer League Playoff Berth

The former Wildcat has showcased his talent on both ends of the floor this summer.

Gavin Dorsey
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Mar 13, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Northwestern Wildcats head coach Chris Collins greets Northwestern Wildcats center Matthew Nicholson (34) as he checks out of the game during the second half against the Wisconsin Badgers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images
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Former Northwestern Big Man Signs With Team in Top British League

The center was a huge part of Northwestern's defense during recent tournament runs.

Ryan Cole
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Mar 16, 2023; Sacramento, CA, USA;  Northwestern Wildcats forward Robbie Beran (31) controls the ball against Boise State Broncos forward Tyson Degenhart (2) in the first half at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images
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Former Northwestern Starting Forward Shouts Out Brooks Barnhizer

The lanky three-point shooter was on the 2023 NCAA Tournament team.

Ryan Cole
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Jan 22, 2025; Evanston, Illinois, USA; Northwestern Wildcats guard Brooks Barnhizer (13) dunks the ball against the Indiana Hoosiers during the second half at Welsh-Ryan Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
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Brooks Barnhizer Making NBA Summer League History for OKC Thunder

The former Northwestern star is making a name for himself this summer.

Gavin Dorsey
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Mar 24, 2024; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Northwestern Wildcats guard Boo Buie (0) dribbles the ball past Connecticut Huskies guard Stephon Castle (5) in the second round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at the Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images
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Boo Buie Scores Double-Digits With Denver Nuggets in Summer League

Denver's first summer league game was last night against the Bucks.

Ryan Cole
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Jan 22, 2025; Evanston, Illinois, USA; Indiana Hoosiers forward Luke Goode (10) defends Northwestern Wildcats guard Brooks Barnhizer (13) during the first half at Welsh-Ryan Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
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Barnhizer's Defense Shines in Oklahoma City Thunder Summer League Win

The Northwestern alum has been making a name for himself this summer.

Gavin Dorsey
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Minnesota Gophers forward Brandon Johnson (23) and Northwestern Wildcats forward Pete Nance (22) and guard Boo Buie (0) fight for the ball during the first half Feb 25, 2021; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA;  at Williams Arena. Mandatory Credit: Harrison Barden-Imagn Images
Alumni

Two Former Northwestern Stars Set to Square Off in NBA Summer League

The Nuggets and the Bucks play tonight on NBA TV.

Ryan Cole
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Jul 9, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton (22) dribbles shoots the ball while Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston (7) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
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Former Northwestern Star Veronica Burton Shines in Valkyries' Win Over Fever

No. 22 continued her break-out season today.

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Michigan guard Nimari Burnett (4) tries to steal the ball from Northwestern guard Brooks Barnhizer (13) during the first half at Crisler Center in Ann Arbor on Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025.
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Thunder's Barnhizer Posts Another Impressive Summer League Stat Line

The Thunder took on the Jazz last night.

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Northwestern Wildcats lacrosse defender Sammy White in a game against the Ohio State Buckeyes on April 19, 2025.
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Northwestern Lacrosse Star Inspired by Golden State Warriors Guard

The All-American defender will be playing basketball this winter after four years on Northwestern's lacrosse team.

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Northwestern Wildcats women's basketball players huddle during a game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers on March 2, 2025.
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Northwestern Schedules Thanksgiving Weekend Basketball Tournament

The Wildcats are headed to the Sunshine State.

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Northwestern head coach Joe McKeown reacts during a NCAA Big Ten Conference women's basketball game against Iowa, Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023, at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, Iowa.
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Northwestern Locks In 2025-26 Women's Basketball Roster

The Wildcats have their 15-player roster set for the upcoming season.

Gavin Dorsey
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Olentangy Liberty's Tyler Kropp drives from the top of the key against Newark's Steele Meister during the visiting Patriots' 58-49 victory at Jimmy Allen Gymnasium on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023.
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Incoming Northwestern Freshman Finishes Up Dominant International Showing

The forward played for Team Argentina at the FIBA U19 World Cup.

Ryan Cole
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Feb 7, 2024; Evanston, Illinois, USA; Northwestern Wildcats guard Brooks Barnhizer (13) dunks the ball on Nebraska Cornhuskers guard Keisei Tominaga (30) during the second half at Welsh-Ryan Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
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Thunder Fans, Analysts React to Brooks Barnhizer's Summer League Debut

The Oklahoma City rookie caught the attention of basketball fans on Thursday night.

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Dec 6, 2024; Evanston, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward Ben Humrichous (3) defends Northwestern Wildcats guard Brooks Barnhizer (13) during the second half at Welsh-Ryan Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
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Brooks Barnhizer Dominates Boards in OKC Thunder Summer League Debut

The rookie made his first appearance in Oklahoma City's blue and white unis.

Gavin Dorsey
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Jan 19, 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA;  Northwestern Wildcats guard Brooks Barnhizer (13) dribbles defended by Michigan Wolverines guard Tre Donaldson (3) in the second half at Crisler Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
Alumni

How to Watch Brooks Barnhizer, Oklahoma City Thunder in NBA Summer League

The newest Thunder rookie will begin Summer League play on Saturday evening.

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Northwestern Wildcats guard Brooks Barnhizer (13) drives to the basket Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, during the NCAA men’s basketball game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, Ind.
Alumni

Thunder's Barnhizer Driven by Competition in Pre-Draft Process After Injury

The former Northwestern star wasn't overly concerned with the Draft itself.

Ryan Cole
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Feb 28, 2024; College Park, Maryland, USA; Northwestern Wildcats guard Brooks Barnhizer (13) shoots over Maryland Terrapins forward Donta Scott (24) during the first half  at Xfinity Center. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images
Alumni

Northwestern's Barnhizer Reveals Teammate Convinced Him Not to Transfer

The first Northwestern NBA draft pick in 26 years almost left the Wildcats after one season.

Gavin Dorsey
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Mar 24, 2024; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Northwestern Wildcats head coach Chris Collins reacts with guard Boo Buie (0) in the second round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at the Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Alumni

Former Northwestern Superstar Joins Denver Nuggets for Summer League

The guard spent last season in the G League with the Westchester Knicks.

Ryan Cole
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Dec 29, 2024; Evanston, Illinois, USA;  Northwestern Wildcats guard Brooks Barnhizer (13) dunks the ball against the Northeastern Huskies during the second half at Welsh-Ryan Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images
Alumni

Thunder Rookie Barnhizer Looking to Establish Northwestern NBA Pipeline

The former Northwestern captain is the first Wildcat drafted to the NBA since the turn of the century.

Gavin Dorsey
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Jan 19, 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA;  Northwestern Wildcats guard Brooks Barnhizer (13) dribbles in the second half against the Michigan Wolverines at Crisler Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
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Brooks Barnhizer Signs Two-Way Contract With Oklahoma City Thunder

The former Wildcat captain has officially agreed to terms with the NBA Champs.

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