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Nebraska Basketball's Setback: Time to Regroup for Tournament

3/15/2026

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Nebraska basketball fell to Purdue 74-58, with turnovers and second-chance points hurting them.
Head coach Fred Hoiberg said the team must fix turnovers and allow fewer second-chance opportunities.
Senior Jamarques Lawrence noted Nebraska fell behind 13-3 early.
Michigan State's Tom Izzo encouraged Nebraska and urged focus on the NCAA Tournament.
Analysts say the loss is disappointing but not defining the season as Nebraska starts fresh next week.

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Nebraska basketball fell to Purdue 74-58, with turnovers and second-chance points hurting them.
Head coach Fred Hoiberg said the team must fix turnovers and allow fewer second-chance opportunities.
Senior Jamarques Lawrence noted Nebraska fell behind 13-3 early.
Michigan State's Tom Izzo encouraged Nebraska and urged focus on the NCAA Tournament.
Analysts say the loss is disappointing but not defining the season as Nebraska starts fresh next week.