LINCOLN—The Nebraska Cornhuskers are still riding high with a perfect record. The team, ranked No. 7, recently defeated Washington 76-66 at Pinnacle Bank Arena. This victory puts Nebraska at 19-0 overall, making it the best start in program history.
Even with key player Braden Frager sidelined for most of the game, Nebraska managed to maintain control. They had a significant lead that reached 18 points at one point. Despite battling a physical Washington team, they managed to secure the win. Coach Fred Hoiberg mentioned Frager’s injury, saying, “We’ll have a better idea of how Braden’s doing tomorrow. He twisted it pretty good. He’s going to miss a little bit of time; there’s no doubt about that.” Frager was seen leaving the court in street clothes and a boot after not returning for the second half.
In terms of performance, Nebraska shot impressively, hitting 50.9% of their shots and making 11 out of 29 from beyond the arc. Pryce Sandfort was a standout, leading the team with 23 points and hitting four three-pointers. This marks his third straight game scoring over 20 points, which is quite remarkable. Sam Hoiberg and Rienk Mast also contributed significantly, scoring 14 and 12 points, respectively.
Historically, this season continues to break records for the Huskers. They’ve now extended their winning streak to 23 games, also a school record. Their current conference record of 8-0 is the best start since the 1965-66 season. This kind of performance raises hopes among fans and illustrates the growth of the program under Coach Hoiberg.
User reactions on social media reflect the excitement surrounding the team. Fans expressed their hopes and concerns about Frager’s injury while celebrating the team’s accomplishments. As one Twitter user put it, “This is our year! Let’s keep the streak alive!”
Nebraska’s next challenge will be against Minnesota, with a game scheduled for Saturday at 11 a.m. CST, set to be aired on FS1. Keeping the momentum is crucial as they approach the middle of the season.
