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The rivalry between the Iowa Hawkeyes (23-12, 11-11 Big Ten) and Nebraska Cornhuskers (28-6, 15-6 Big Ten) hit the hardwood in March Madness. One of the initial matchups on Thursday night is underrated to say the least.
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Iowa has gone 5-5 in the past ten games, averaging 69.8 points, 27.0 rebounds, 13.6 assists, 5.9 steals and 1.2 blocks per game while shooting 45.9% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 68.8 points. On the other side, Nebraska’s best season to date continues.
The Huskers went 15-6 against Big Ten teams and posted a perfect 13-0 record in non-conference play. Fred Hoiberg’s team broke the postseason curse by winning in the NCAA tournament. Now they’ll be chasing history by trying to upset their way into a Final Four run with two more wins.
Iowa vs. Nebraska live updates, highlights from 2026 March Madness game
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Nebraska averages 10.6 made 3-pointers per game, 4.1 more made shots than the 6.5 per game Iowa gives up. Iowa averages 7.9 made 3-pointers per game this season.
The teams square off for the third time this season. Nebraska won the last meeting 84-75 on March 8. Cale Jacobsen scored 15 to help lead Nebraska to the win, and Kael Combs scored 18 points for Iowa.
Tonight’s Sweet 16 game from Houston will be live at 7:30 p.m. ET on TBS.
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Sunday’s matchup between Kansas and St. John’s will be aired nationally on TBS
