No. 1 Ohio State escaped with a narrow 58-57 win over Northwestern on Saturday night after Drew Crawford's potential game-winner hit the backboard.

"We're going to celebrate our wins," coach Thad Matta said. "What an incredible basketball game. I think we had some spurts, but give Northwestern credit. They got a rhythm going."

The Buckeyes improved to 22-0 on the season and were led by freshman Jared Sullinger, who had 21 points and eight rebounds.