Returning Nick Martinelli leads Northwestern into opener vs. Mercyhurst

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

With much of the supporting cast graduated, Martinelli will aim to lead a new group of Wildcats starting with the Nov. 3 season opener against visiting Mercyhurst.

Martinelli averaged 20.5 points and 6.2 rebounds per game