The Nebraska men’s basketball team looks to keep its momentum rolling as it prepares to host Ohio State on Sunday afternoon. Riding a three-game winning streak, the Huskers return home after a successful West Coast swing and will face a Buckeyes squad that has also been finding its rhythm in recent weeks.
Game Details
• Matchup:Nebraska vs. Ohio State
• Location:Pinnacle Bank Arena, Lincoln, NE
• Time:1:00 p.m. (CT)
• TV:Big Ten Network (BTN)
• Radio:Huskers Radio Network, Huskers.com, Huskers App
• Streaming:Fox Sports App
• Tickets:A limited number of 300 Level seats are available at Huskers.com/Tickets or at the PBA box office starting at 11:30 a.m. on game day.
Huskers Stay Hot with Strong Road Performances
Nebraska (15-8, 5-7 Big Ten) returns home after a dominant second-half performance in an 86-72 road win over Washington. Despite trailing by 10 at halftime, the Huskers surged in the final 20 minutes, outscoring the Huskies 49-25 and holding them to just 40% shooting. Nebraska also caught fire from beyond the arc, hitting 11-of-19 three-pointers.
Brice Williams continued his outstanding form, leading the team with 23 points. Juwan Gary added 17 points, while Connor Essegian contributed 16 off the bench. Nebraska’s ability to turn up the defensive pressure and execute offensively in crunch time has been a key factor in its recent success.
Senior Leadership Powering Nebraska’s Surge
The Huskers’ winning streak has been fueled by their veteran presence, particularly Williams and Gary. Over the past three games, Williams has been nearly unstoppable, averaging 26.0 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 4.6 assists per contest. Meanwhile, Gary has been a reliable second option, posting 17.7 points per game on 57% shooting and pulling down 6.7 rebounds per game.
Ohio State Enters Lincoln with Momentum
Ohio State (14-9, 6-6 Big Ten) arrives in Lincoln having won four of its last five games, including an impressive 73-70 comeback victory over No. 18 Maryland on Thursday night. The Buckeyes erased a 17-point deficit in that contest, thanks in large part to a stellar 31-point performance from Bruce Thornton. Thornton’s clutch three-pointer in the final seconds sealed the dramatic win and gave Ohio State a much-needed boost in the conference standings.
With both teams fighting for position in the Big Ten and looking to strengthen their NCAA Tournament resumes, Sunday’s game presents a crucial opportunity for Nebraska to secure another quality win. Expect an intense battle as the Huskers try to extend their winning streak in front of their home crowd.
