Northern Iowa will try to cool off Bradley when the teams collide Wednesday night in the McLeod Center. The Braves edged the Panthers in Peoria back in early December.

That’s UNI coach Ben Jacobson who says Bradley forward Rienk (rink) Mast is one of the most improved players in the Valley. The sophomore has averaged nearly 19 points and 10 rebounds in the last two games.

Bradley coach Brian Wardle says the Braves will need a big effort to extend their four game winning streak.