Lincoln – Dachon Burke Jr. and Cam Mack combined for 25 points, but No. 23 Ohio State rode a hot start until a 75-54 win over Nebraska Thursday evening.
Burke led NU with 13 points, while Mack added 12, but Ohio State (19-9, 9-8 Big Ten) limited the Huskers to 36 percent shooting, including 3-of-16 from 3-point range.
Caleb Wesson had 16 points and 18 rebounds for Ohio State to pace three Buckeyes in double figures. CJ Walker added 15 points, five boards and three assists, while Duane Washington Jr. chipped in 14 markers.