Northwestern Routs Binghamton 86-60 in Opener
Jack Karasinski's seven 3-pointers led Northwestern past Binghamton in its season opener on Monday.
Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Basketball
Northwestern defeated Binghamton 86-60 in its season opener on Monday. Northwestern led by double digits for the final 26 minutes of the game.
Why it matters
The win gives Northwestern a strong start to its season, with its offense shooting 55.8% from the floor against Binghamton's 40.4%. Binghamton's 12 turnovers provided Northwestern with 18 points, a key factor in the margin of victory.
Jack Karasinski led Northwestern with 24 points, including seven 3-pointers, while Jake West added 20 points and 12 assists. Northwestern's 55.8% shooting and 18 points off Binghamton's 12 turnovers underscored the margin.
The players
Jack Karasinski
Jack Karasinski is a Northwestern guard who led the team in scoring with 24 points and seven made 3-pointers in the season opener.
Jake West
Jake West is a Northwestern guard who recorded 20 points and 12 assists in the season-opening victory over Binghamton.
The details
Jack Karasinski scored 24 points for Northwestern, including seven 3-pointers, and Jake West recorded 20 points and 12 assists. Angelo Ciaravino added 13 points and 10 rebounds as Northwestern pulled away from Binghamton.
Timeline
Monday: Northwestern defeats Binghamton 86-60 in its season opener.
Friday night: Northwestern and Stony Brook meet in Evanston, Ill.
Season Trajectory
Northwestern opens its season with a 26-minute stretch of double-digit leads over Binghamton, setting a early tone for its nonconference slate. The Friday matchup against Stony Brook in Evanston will test whether the offense sustains its efficiency against a second opponent.
Northwestern's Friday matchup against Stony Brook gives fantasy managers and bettors an early look at the Wildcats' rotation and scoring distribution. Karasinski's seven 3-pointers and West's 12 assists offer concrete signals about where the offense is generating looks.
The takeaway
Northwestern's balanced scoring and ball control against Binghamton suggest the team can convert opponent mistakes into points, a habit worth watching as the nonconference schedule continues.
What happens next
Northwestern and Stony Brook meet in Evanston, Ill., on Friday night.
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