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Nebraska Cornhuskers Set to Challenge Iowa Hawkeyes in a Clash at Carver-Hawkeye Arena

As the Nebraska Cornhuskers prepare to face off against the Iowa Hawkeyes at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, fans are eager to see if their team can maintain their recent momentum. The Cornhuskers have been showcasing a robust offensive performance, as evidenced by their last three games.


Mar 5, 2023; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes guard Connor McCaffery (30) has his shot defended by Nebraska Cornhuskers guard C.J. Wilcher (0) during the second half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports

In their most recent match against the Boilermakers, Nebraska's offense was on fire, scoring 88 points with an impressive field goal percentage of 51 percent. Their three-point shooting was particularly notable at 61 percent, contributing significantly to their victory. The team also demonstrated strong defensive skills with nine steals and an assist-to-turnover ratio of 2.75.


The game prior saw the Cornhuskers put up a valiant effort against the Badgers but ultimately fell short despite scoring 72 points and maintaining a solid field goal percentage of 49 percent. They managed to keep turnovers down to twelve while making half of their attempts from beyond the arc.


Mar 5, 2023; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers guard Sam Griesel (5) shoots the ball over Iowa Hawkeyes forward Filip Rebraca (0) and guard Connor McCaffery (30) during the first half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports

Against the Hoosiers, Nebraska triumphed with an 86-point finish and a commendable field goal percentage of 46 percent. Their defense shined through once again with fifteen steals and capitalized on turnovers by scoring twenty-seven points off them.


The upcoming game promises to be challenging as they play away from home in Iowa City. However, given their recent performances—particularly in terms of shooting accuracy and defensive prowess—the Cornhuskers have reasons for optimism.


Mar 5, 2023; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers forward Derrick Walker (13) goes to the basket as Iowa Hawkeyes forward Filip Rebraca (0) defends during the first half at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports

Fans can catch this exciting matchup scheduled for January 13th at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City on BTN channel 610 at local time (US/Central). With both teams looking strong this season, it's set up to be an enthralling encounter between two competitive sides.

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