Nebraska Basketball Triumphs at The Barn to Maintain Perfect Record

Emerson Raymont

Published: January 24, 2026 5:24 PM ET

Nebraska Basketball Triumphs at The Barn to Maintain Perfect Record

No. 7 Nebraska men’s basketball maintained its perfect record with a solid victory at The Barn, defeating Minnesota 76-57. This win marked Nebraska’s 20th consecutive victory, improving their overall record to 20-0 and their Big Ten Conference mark to 9-0. Minnesota’s record fell to 10-10 overall and 3-6 in conference play.

Game Overview

The match displayed a sharp contrast between two halves. In the first half, Minnesota demonstrated strong offensive skills, hitting nine three-pointers and showcasing decent control. Despite struggling, Nebraska trailed only slightly at halftime, with a score of 36-30.

Nebraska head coach Fred Hoiberg expressed dissatisfaction with his team’s first-half performance, noting, “I thought we were a little bit short, a little bit slow.” However, the second half saw a remarkable resurgence with improved defense from the Huskers.

Turning Point

In the second half, Nebraska quickly closed the gap with a 9-4 run, reducing the deficit to a single point. Following that, a significant 14-2 surge put them ahead for good. Even as Minnesota attempted to respond, Nebraska further extended their lead to 19 points, finalizing the game at 76-57.

Key Players and Statistics

Pryce Sandfort: Led Nebraska with 22 points, achieving four three-pointers. This was his fourth consecutive game scoring over 20 points.
Sam Hoiberg and Jamarques Lawrence: Each contributed 14 points to the team’s effort.
Team Performance: Nebraska’s shooting percentage was 47.5%, including 9-of-28 on three-pointers, contrasting with Minnesota’s 39.6% shooting and 0-for-11 from beyond the arc in the second half.

Record-Breaking Achievements

This victory not only stands out as part of Nebraska’s best start in program history but also extends their winning streak to 24 games. This feat is the longest for a Big Ten team since Ohio State’s 24-game winning run in the 2010-2011 season. Moreover, Nebraska’s 9-0 start in the conference is its best since the 1965-66 season.

Upcoming Challenges

Looking ahead, Nebraska will face a formidable challenge as they prepare to face No. 3 Michigan on Tuesday. The game is set to tip off at 6 p.m. CST and will be available for streaming on Peacock.

Nebraska’s continued success in the season showcases their potential and sets the stage for exciting upcoming matchups. Keep following Filmogaz.com for all the latest updates on Nebraska Basketball.