Hold onto your hats, basketball fans, because the Nebraska Huskers are rewriting history! In a thrilling comeback at The Barn, the No. 7 Nebraska men's basketball team remained undefeated, stunning Minnesota 76-57. This victory not only solidified their perfect 20-0 record but also extended their Big Ten Conference dominance to 9-0. But here's where it gets even more impressive: this marks the Huskers' 24th consecutive win, tying them with Ohio State's 2010-11 streak as the longest in the Big Ten since the 1995-96 season. And this is the part most people miss: Nebraska's 5-0 start in conference road games is their best since the 1965-66 season!
The game itself was a tale of two halves. Minnesota came out firing in the first half, raining down nine three-pointers and stifling Nebraska's offense. The Huskers found themselves down 36-30 at halftime, with coach Fred Hoiberg expressing his disappointment with their lack of urgency and defensive intensity.
But the second half was a completely different story. Nebraska roared back with a suffocating defense, holding Minnesota to a measly 0-for-11 from beyond the arc. A 14-2 run midway through the half gave them the lead for good, and they never looked back. Pryce Sandfort, who struggled in the first half, erupted for a game-high 22 points, including four crucial three-pointers, showcasing his consistency as he's now hit at least three triples in eight straight games.
This win wasn't just about the final score. It was about resilience, teamwork, and a refusal to lose. Nebraska's 24 assists, a season-high in conference play, demonstrated their unselfish style of play. And with players like Sam Hoiberg (14 points, 7 assists) and Jamarques Lawrence (14 points) stepping up, the Huskers proved they're a deep and dangerous team.
But can they keep this momentum going against the No. 3 Michigan Wolverines on Wednesday? That's the million-dollar question. Michigan presents a formidable challenge, and Nebraska will need to bring their A-game to remain undefeated. Will the Huskers continue their historic run, or will the Wolverines bring them back down to earth? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
Nebraska Men's Basketball 2025-26 Schedule:
- Oct. 18: Nebraska 90, BYU 89
- Oct. 27: Nebraska 91, Midland 50
- Nov. 3: Nebraska 86, West Georgia 53
- Nov. 8: Nebraska 96, Florida International 66
- Nov. 11: Nebraska 69, Maryland-Eastern Shore 50
- Nov. 15: Nebraska 105, Oklahoma 99 (Sanford Pentagon)
- Nov. 20: Nebraska 84, New Mexico 72 (Hall of Fame Classic)
- Nov. 21: Nebraska 86, Kansas State 85 (Hall of Fame Classic)
- Nov. 25: Nebraska 80, Winthrop 73
- Nov. 29: Nebraska 72, South Carolina Upstate 63
- Dec. 7: Nebraska 71, Creighton 50
- Dec. 10: Nebraska 90, Wisconsin 60
- Dec. 13: Nebraska 83, Illinois 80
- Dec. 21: Nebraska 78, North Dakota 55
- Dec. 30: Nebraska 86, New Hampshire 55
- Jan. 2: Nebraska 58, Michigan State 56
- Jan. 5: Nebraska 72, Ohio State 69
- Jan 5: Nebraska 83, Indiana 77
- **Jan 90, Oregon 55
- **Jan 76, Washington 66
- **Jan 77, Northwestern 58
- Jan. 21: Nebraska 76, Washington 66
- Jan. 24: Nebraska 76, Minnesota 57
- Jan. 27: Michigan 6 p. Peacock
- Feb. 1: Illinois 3 p. FS1
- Feb. 7: Rutgers 11 a. BTN
- Feb. 10: Purdue 6 p. Fs1
- Feb. 14: Northwestern Noon a. BTN
- Feb. 17: Iowa 8 p. BTN
- Feb. 21: Penn State 1 p. BTN
- Feb. 25: Maryland 6 p. BTN
- Feb. 28: USC 3 p. BTN
- Mar. 3: UCLA 10 p. FS1
- Mar. 8: Iowa 4 p. FOX
Mar. 10-15: Big Ten Tournament in Chicago
Home games are in bold. All times central.
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