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Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights: Keisei Tominaga Shines in Previous Games

The upcoming Men's Basketball game between the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Rutgers Scarlet Knights is set to take place on January 17, 2024, at Jersey Mike's Arena in Piscataway, New Jersey. Fans can catch the action live on BTN (channel 610).


Feb 14, 2023; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers guard C.J. Wilcher (0) looks to pass as Rutgers Scarlet Knights guard Paul Mulcahy (4) defends during the second half at Jersey Mike's Arena. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

In the previous three games of the Nebraska Cornhuskers, one player has consistently stood out with his exceptional performance. Keisei Tominaga, a guard for the Cornhuskers, has been a force to be reckoned with on the court. In the first game against the Iowa Hawkeyes, Tominaga scored 13 points, had 1 assist, and played for a total of 31 minutes. He showcased his shooting skills with an impressive field goals percentage of 60% and a three-point percentage of 20%. Despite his efforts, the Cornhuskers couldn't secure a victory.


In the second game against the Purdue Boilermakers, Tominaga continued to shine. He contributed 11 points and grabbed 4 rebounds in just 19 minutes of play. His shooting accuracy was commendable with a field goals percentage of 57% and a free throws percentage of 100%. However, once again, Nebraska fell short of victory.


Feb 14, 2023; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Rutgers Scarlet Knights center Clifford Omoruyi (11) rebounds against Nebraska Cornhuskers forward Wilhelm Breidenbach (32) and forward Derrick Walker (13) during the second half at Jersey Mike's Arena. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Tominaga's outstanding performance didn't stop there. In the third game against the Wisconsin Badgers, he scored an impressive 17 points and played for a total of 32 minutes. His shooting percentages were remarkable once again, with a field goals percentage of 70% and a three-point percentage of 50%. Despite his efforts, Nebraska couldn't overcome their opponents.


Looking at Tominaga's average stats over these three games, he has been consistent in his scoring ability with an average of approximately 13 points per game. He has also showcased his shooting accuracy with an average field goals percentage of 62% and a three-point percentage of 43%. Tominaga's contributions on the court have been crucial for the Cornhuskers, even though they haven't been able to secure victories.


Feb 14, 2023; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Rutgers Scarlet Knights guard Cam Spencer (10) shoots the ball against Nebraska Cornhuskers guard Keisei Tominaga (30) during the second half at Jersey Mike's Arena. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

While Tominaga has been the standout player for Nebraska, it's important to note that other players have also made significant contributions. Eli Rice, a guard, has shown his skills with an average of 11 points per game and a field goals percentage of 57%. Juwan Gary, a forward, has been dominant in rebounds with an average of 5 per game. Sam Hoiberg, another guard, has displayed his playmaking abilities with an average of 4 assists per game.


On the other side of the court, the Rutgers Scarlet Knights have their own set of talented players. Austin Williams, a guard, has been consistent in his performance with an average of 10 points per game and a field goals percentage of 75%. Mawot Mag, a forward, has showcased his versatility with an average of 12 points and 5 rebounds per game.


As we look ahead to the upcoming game between Nebraska and Rutgers, it's clear that Keisei Tominaga will be a key player to watch. His scoring ability and shooting accuracy make him a threat on the court. However, he will need support from his teammates to overcome the strong lineup of the Scarlet Knights.


The game on January 17th promises to be an exciting matchup between two talented teams. Both Nebraska Cornhuskers and Rutgers Scarlet Knights will be looking to secure a victory and improve their standings in the conference. Fans can expect intense competition as these teams battle it out on the court.


Make sure to tune in to BTN (channel 610) on January 17th at 6:00 PM CST/7:00 PM EST to catch all the action live from Jersey Mike's Arena in Piscataway, New Jersey.

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