Nebraska basketball has started the season on a positive note.
The Huskers have a record of 11-2 and are 1-1 in the Big Ten. Under the leadership of head coach Fred Hoiberg, the team has shown consistent progress. They are vying for a spot in the NCAA Tournament, aiming for the program’s first-ever victory in March Madness. Currently, the Huskers are in a favorable position to qualify for the tournament, but maintaining consistency in conference games is crucial for securing their spot.
According to the latest Bracketology from ESPN’s Joe Lunardi, Nebraska is on the cusp of making the 64-team field, currently placed in the Last Four Byes category. This status means they would narrowly escape competing in the First Four play-in games. The Huskers are projected as a No. 10 seed, set to play against No. 7 Clemson in the Midwest region in Indianapolis.
The Midwest region is expected to be tough, featuring prominent programs such as No. 1 seed Tennessee, No. 2 Marquette, No. 3 Kentucky, and No. 4 Kansas. This underscores the challenges that lie ahead if the Huskers qualify for the tournament.
To preserve or enhance their seeding, the Huskers will need to deliver strong performances in their upcoming Big Ten matchups. Their fan base, eager for postseason success, has rallied behind the team’s encouraging start, creating an electrifying atmosphere at Pinnacle Bank Arena, which has become one of the top home-court environments in the Big Ten. With ambitions of achieving success in March, the Huskers have a chance to make history and energize a program striving to establish itself nationally.
