Northwestern has had little trouble with the early portion of its schedule.

Meanwhile, there might be reason for concern with DePaul's play to open the season.

Looking to remain undefeated, the visiting Wildcats also aim to continue their recent dominance of the local rival Blue Demons on Friday night in Chicago.

Facing Mercyhurst, Boston University and Cleveland State -- all at home -- Northwestern (3-0) shot 50.6% and committed just 24 turnovers while winning by a combined average victory margin of 31.3 points. In addition, those opponents collectively shot 28.6% from 3-point range while averaging 54.0 points.

Presumably, that was the easy part for the Wildcats, who will be away from campus until Dec. 6.

"This was an important three-game stretch for us," Northwestern coach Chris Col

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