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Nebraska Cornhuskers Aim for First NCAA Win vs. Troy

3/17/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Nebraska Cornhuskers men's basketball team earned a No. 4 seed in the NCAA Tournament and will face the 13th-seeded Troy Trojans in Oklahoma City.
Nebraska enters with a 26-6 record and seeks its first NCAA Tournament win after an 0-8 history.
Coach Fred Hoiberg's squad has shown promise and inconsistency, with a strong start but struggles in recent games.
Key player Pryce Sandfort leads the Nebraska Cornhuskers.

History

Historical Context

The 1985 NCAA Tournament marked a pivotal expansion to 64 teams, enhancing competition and viewership. Villanova, an eighth seed, achieved a historic upset by defeating top-ranked Georgetown 66-64, securing their first national championship. This victory highlighted the challenges faced by teams like Nebraska, currently seeking their first tournament win, as they aim to overcome their 0-8 tournament record.

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Story summary

The Nebraska Cornhuskers men's basketball team earned a No. 4 seed in the NCAA Tournament and will face the 13th-seeded Troy Trojans in Oklahoma City.
Nebraska enters with a 26-6 record and seeks its first NCAA Tournament win after an 0-8 history.
Coach Fred Hoiberg's squad has shown promise and inconsistency, with a strong start but struggles in recent games.
Key player Pryce Sandfort leads the Nebraska Cornhuskers.

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