NIU women's basketball faces Western Michigan at the Convocation Center on January 21 for Mental Health Awareness Night. The game starts at 6 p.m. and will be available on ESPN+ and 94-9 WDKB. NIU (3-14, 1-5 MAC) aims to bounce back after a narrow 66-62 loss to Ohio, where four players scored in double figures. Western Michigan (5-11, 2-4 MAC) is struggling on a three-game losing streak, including a recent defeat by first-place Ball State.

By the Numbers
  • NIU had a season-high four players score in double figures against Ohio.
  • Sa'Mahn Johnson scored 16 points, making a career-high three three-pointers.
  • Western Michigan has lost three consecutive games, including a 78-57 loss to Ball State.
State of Play
  • NIU is looking for their first home win against Western Michigan since February 2022.
  • Western Michigan leads the all-time series 44-32, with NIU holding a slight 19-17 edge at home.
What's Next

The Huskies will travel to Eastern Michigan on January 24 for their next matchup, aiming to improve their conference standing.

Bottom Line

Tonight's game is critical for both teams; NIU seeks to leverage its home advantage while Western Michigan looks to end its losing streak. Key performances from players like Laccen and Johnson could be pivotal for the Huskies.