Northern Illinois defeats Central Michigan 84-80

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MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. — Led by Zarigue Nutter and Kaleb Thornton with 21 points each, the Northern Illinois Huskies defeated the Central Michigan Chippewas 84-80 on Saturday. The Huskies are now 12-17 on the season, while the Chippewas dropped to 10-19.