Iowa Hawkeyes Defeat Northwestern Wildcats 76-70

Hawkeyes extend win streak to six games with home victory

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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The Iowa Hawkeyes defeated the Northwestern Wildcats 76-70 in a Big Ten conference matchup on Super Bowl Sunday in Iowa City. The win extends Iowa's winning streak to six games as they improve to 18-5 overall and 8-4 in Big Ten play.

Why it matters

The Hawkeyes' victory over Northwestern keeps them in contention for a high seed in the upcoming Big Ten tournament and NCAA tournament. Iowa has been on a hot streak lately, winning six games in a row, and this win over a conference rival boosts their resume.

The details

Iowa was led by strong performances from key players, including Bennett Stritz and Ben McCollum. The Hawkeyes were able to pull away in the second half to secure the 76-70 victory over the Wildcats.

  • The game was played on Super Bowl Sunday, February 9, 2026.
  • Iowa has now won six straight games.

The players

Bennett Stritz

An important player for the Iowa Hawkeyes men's basketball team.

Ben McCollum

Another key contributor to the Iowa Hawkeyes' success this season.

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What they’re saying

“This was a big conference win for us as we continue to build momentum heading into the postseason.”

— Bennett Stritz, Iowa Basketball Player (HawkeyeInsider)

What’s next

Iowa will look to extend their winning streak when they take on the Michigan Wolverines on February 15th.

The takeaway

The Iowa Hawkeyes are surging at the right time, winning six straight games and defeating a conference rival in Northwestern. This victory keeps them in the hunt for a high seed in the upcoming Big Ten and NCAA tournaments.