Nebraska Cornhuskers Rise Again | College Basketball News

Nebraska Cornhuskers are primed for another deep tournament run in 2026-27, riding off a historic 28-7 season that included their first two NCAA Tournament wins and a Sweet Sixteen appearance. Projected at No. 15, they’ve lost key players like Kendall Blue and Rienk Mast but return scoring leader Pryce Sandfort — an All-Big Ten First Teamer and top-30 nationally ranked player — who’s the engine of this offense. They’ve also bolstered the frontcourt with high-profile transfers including Boden Kapke, Sam Orme, and Damon Wilkinson, plus promising freshman shooter Colin Rice. Their showdown against Missouri marks the first meeting since 2011 — a long-dormant rivalry set to ignite. With Sandfort leading and new talent filling gaps, Nebraska looks poised to challenge even the toughest opponents — and Missouri better be ready. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://247sports.com/college/missouri/article/2026-27-mizzou-basketball-opponent-preview-nebraska-289928533/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f44ac6581e60e577 Report issues to [email protected].