Basketball
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2026-01-10 · Morning Edition
WIN
Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Indiana Hoosiers
Nebraska Cornhuskers ML
ANALYSIS
We are backing Nebraska at a 0.39 probability, leveraging a defensive floor that ranks 12th nationally in field-goal percentage (37.9%) to disrupt Indiana’s veteran-led offense. The Cornhuskers enter with the nation’s longest active winning streak (19 games) and have won the last four meetings against the Hoosiers, showing the necessary composure to overcome Indiana's 13-game home winning streak. Despite the loss of depth with Connor Essegian sidelined, Nebraska’s recent 9-0 closing run to beat Ohio State reinforces their path to an upset in this 'Buy Low' spot.
Key Data
Market Probability: 0.39, KenPom AdjDE: 16th, Indiana Quad 1 Win %: Low
OUTCOME
Nebraska 78 - Indiana 75
Nebraska's motion offense consistently exploited Indiana's ball-watching defenders, leading to 15 assists on 24 made baskets. Keisei Tominaga hit five threes, punishing the Hoosiers for playing a soft perimeter defense.
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