Nebraska played the Illini close in their first matchup earlier this season. A 77-68 loss might not sound close, but it was free throws at the end the led to that large a margin. The Huskers were one possession away from not having to start fouling.
Illinois is well-coached and has shown they can keep Nebraska from making shots from long range. The Huskers have grown recently in their ability to win when Plan A gets wrecked. Can they dig deep if Illinois manages to make Nebraska play on the Illini’s terms?
Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Illinois Fighting Illini
2025 TIAA Big Ten Tournament
Thursday, March 6, 2025, 5:30 p.