Iowa Hawkeyes Set to Battle Nebraska Cornhuskers at Pinnacle Bank Arena

As the Iowa Hawkeyes prepare to face off against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Pinnacle Bank Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain the momentum from their recent performances. The upcoming game promises to be a thrilling encounter in Lincoln, where home-court advantage has often played a significant role.

The Hawkeyes have shown an impressive offensive display in their past games, scoring 106 points against Southeast Missouri State and 83 points when they faced Eastern Illinois. Their shooting accuracy has been notable with field goal percentages of 58 and 39 respectively in these games. However, there is room for improvement beyond the arc as they only managed a three-point percentage of 21 against Eastern Illinois.

Defensively, Iowa has been consistent with steals and blocks but will need to tighten up on turnovers which were as high as 15 in their overtime battle with Wisconsin. Rebounding has been strong for Iowa; they outrebounded Wisconsin by nine boards despite falling short on the scoreboard.

The venue for this matchup, Pinnacle Bank Arena, is known for its vibrant atmosphere which could pose an additional challenge for the visiting Hawkeyes. Nevertheless, Iowa's recent trend suggests that they are capable of handling pressure and can leverage their fast-paced offense to counteract any home-court advantage held by Nebraska.

Fans should expect an energetic contest where Iowa's ability to control the paint and capitalize on fast-break opportunities could be decisive factors. Maintaining composure and minimizing turnovers will also be crucial if they wish to secure a victory away from home.

Mark your calendars for December 30th when this exciting game will take place at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln. Fans can catch all the action live on BTN network channel 610 at local time (not specified).