Markus Burton had a big night for Notre Dame, scoring 29 points to lead the Irish to a 75-58 win over visiting North Dakota on Tuesday night in South Bend, Ind. Burton also pulled down nine rebounds for Notre Dame, which used a strong second-half performance to pull away from the Fighting Hawks.
Notre Dame struggled to find a rhythm early on, but as the game wore on, the Irish started to heat up. Burton led the charge, showcasing his incredible scoring ability and shot-making prowess. The crowd was on the edge of their seats as he dropped shot after shot, helping the Irish take a commanding lead.
North Dakota fought hard to stay in the game, but the Irish were too much for them to handle. Burton's incredible performance was complemented by a strong team effort, as the Irish worked together to shut down the Fighting Hawks' offense and limit their scoring chances.
The win was a big boost for Notre Dame, which needed a strong performance after a tough start to the season. The Irish will look to build on this momentum as they head into their next game, and with Burton leading the charge, they will be a force to be reckoned with.
As for North Dakota, the loss was a tough one to swallow. Despite their best efforts, they were unable to match the level of intensity and skill that the Irish brought to the table. The Fighting Hawks will look to regroup and refocus as they head into their next game, but for now, they will have to swallow a tough loss.