Sun Feb 09 19:20:00 UTC 2025: **Ohio State Buckeyes Look to Extend Winning Streak Against Nebraska Cornhuskers**

LINCOLN, NE – Riding the momentum of a dramatic comeback victory over No. 18 Maryland, the Ohio State Buckeyes (14-9, 6-6 Big Ten) travel to Lincoln to face the Nebraska Cornhuskers (15-8, 5-7 Big Ten) on Sunday at Pinnacle Bank Arena. Tip-off is scheduled for 2 p.m. ET, with the game airing on the Big Ten Network.

The Buckeyes’ thrilling 73-70 win over Maryland saw them overcome a 17-point deficit, fueled by guard Bruce Thornton’s 31-point performance, including a game-winning three-pointer with 7.8 seconds remaining. Thornton’s second-half surge, along with contributions from Micah Parrish (13 points), Devin Royal (7 points, 11 rebounds), and John Mobley Jr. (8 points), propelled Ohio State to one of the biggest comebacks in program history. This victory marked Ohio State’s fourth win in their last five games, significantly bolstering their NCAA Tournament hopes.

Nebraska enters the game on a three-game winning streak, snapping a previous six-game losing slide. The Cornhuskers’ resurgence is largely attributed to the stellar play of guard Brice Williams, who averages 19.2 points per game this season. Williams, along with Juwan Gary and Connor Essegian, forms a potent offensive trio for Nebraska, who boasts a strong 9-2 home record.

Despite Ohio State’s recent success, center Aaron Bradshaw missed the Maryland game due to illness and his status for Sunday remains uncertain. The Buckeyes hold a significant advantage in the all-time series against Nebraska (21-7 overall), but the Cornhuskers will undoubtedly provide a stiff challenge on their home court. This matchup represents a crucial Quad 1 opportunity for both teams, with implications for their respective NCAA Tournament aspirations. The game will be broadcast on the Big Ten Network, with Kevin Kugler and Shon Morris providing commentary.

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