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Half-Court Press
by Omaha World-Herald
The Half-Court Press podcast goes in-depth on all the latest Creighton and Nebraska basketball news.
Episodes
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Creighton basketball's media day break down and what's to come this season
Gary Sharp and Jon Walker break down Creighton basketball's media day break down and what's to come this season.
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The Big Ten media poll, the hype and do exhibition games matter?
Where does Nebraska basketball fit in the Big Ten? Gary Sharp and Wilson Moore break down the preseason media poll, discuss why the Huskers landed where they did. They also dive into Pryce Sandfort, the Big Ten competition and the early games that could shape Nebraska’s NCAA Tournament résumé.
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Strong Nebraska basketball offseason doesn't slow Big Red Bandwagon
Wilson Moore and Gary Sharp recap Nebraska's summer, get into the reality that the Huskers have two All-Big Ten preseason selections and break down the latest on Jamarques Lawrence. Plus, what are the expectations for the 2026-27 season?
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Creighton wraps up summer workouts with a different style
Gary Sharp and Jon Walker look ahead to the 2026-27 season, with summer workout observations and debating the most intriguing position battles. Which newcomers stand out and the Huss coaching effect.
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Creighton's wing battle, Nebraska’s Big Ten ceiling and portal wins
Jon Walker and Wilson Moore look ahead to the 2026-27 season, projecting Creighton and Nebraska’s opening-night starting lineups and debating the most intriguing position battles — a la Jasen Green vs. Hudson Greer for the Bluejays and Boden Kapke's ability to replace Rink Mast’s impact in…
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Tourney shakeups and Nebraska, Creighton announce bonus trips
Jon Walker and Wilson Moore break news on newly announced Nebraska and Creighton basketball trips plus talk NCAA Tournament expansion — the good and the bad.
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How the "five-in-five" rule could reshape college hoops + roster updates
Wilson Moore and Jon Walker dive into NCAA president Charlie Baker’s push for the “five-in-five” eligibility model, what it could mean for Nebraska and Creighton rosters, how recent transfer portal additions reshape both programs and the key questions still facing the Huskers and Jays heading…
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Where Creighton and Nebraska rosters stand amid transfer portal
Jon Walker and Wilson Moore share transfer portal updates as Creighton's roster loses many and Nebraska faces surprises. This episode was recorded 2 p.m. Thursday.
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Nebraska’s historic run, McDermott's last hurrah and portal dreams
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker break down Nebraska’s historic NCAA Tournament run and Creighton’s upcoming “last hurrah” under Greg McDermott at the College Basketball Crown. They speculate what Fred Hoiberg and Alan Huss need in the transfer portal heading...
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Greg McDermott to retire, Jon and Sam react
Jon Walker and Sam McKewon react to news of Creighton coach Greg McDermott retiring — Mac's legacy at CU, why he chose to step away now and the challenge Alan Huss faces in taking over for the program's winningest coach.
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March Madness? Nebraska prepares for Troy, Creighton heading to the Crown
Wilson Moore has arrived in Oklahoma City to cover Nebraska's first round game against Troy in the 2026 NCAA men's basketball tournament and Jon Walker previews Creighton's bid in the College Basketball Crown.
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Jon and Wilson reveal final all-conference ballots
Jon Walker and Wilson Moore talk Nebraska’s comfy triple bye status in an 18 team Big Ten Tournament and Creighton’s chances against Seton Hall & Co. at the Big East tourney. Both reveal their first team conference ballots.
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Wilson likes portal situation, Creighton sees first losing record in a decade
Jon Walker and Wilson Moore break down statistical oddities as Creighton sees first losing record in a decade after dropping another to DePaul, Wilson talks portal setup and both look towards season-end ambitions.
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Creighton gets their mojo back? Nebraska tired after stretch
Jon Walker and Wilson Moore discuss Creighton’s surprise win at UConn, the Fred Hoiberg phone-smack incident after Nebraska’s loss at Iowa and All-Big Ten and All-Big East ballots as the basketball season nears its end.
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How No. 7 Nebraska gets back on track, Creighton's embarrassing loss to DePaul
The Omaha World-Herald's Wilson Moore and Jon Walker talk how the Huskers, at No. 7, can stay on track and react to Creighton's loss to DePaul.
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Nebraska steadies after losses, Creighton still teaching basics
Wilson Moore and Jon Walker talk Nebraska’s first couple losses while Creighton’s season veers from Final Four dreams to bubble oblivion.
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Frager day-to-day, but is NU a No. 1 seed? Is Creighton's bubble bursting?
Jon Walker and Wilson Moore break down implications of Braden Frager’s ankle injury, whether Nebraska will be a No. 1 seed and if Creighton’s bubble is about to pop.
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No. 10 Nebraska still unbeaten, Creighton recovers in Big East
Jon Walker and Wilson Moore break down the state of the local college hoops scene as unbeaten No. 10 Nebraska seeks a win in Indiana and Creighton must hold steady in the Big East as St. Johns comes to Omaha.
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Top 25 Nebraska and has Creighton found their footing?
The Omaha World-Herald's Jon Walker and Wilson Moore break down Nebraska basketball success and how Creighton is progressing in the season after their slow success.
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Nebraska demolishes Creighton and Wisconsin
Jon Walker and Wislon Moore break down the state of the Nebraska college hoops scene after Nebraska notched back-to-back blowout wins over Creighton and Wisconsin.
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It's Rivalry Week: Previewing the must-watch Creighton-Nebraska game
Jon Walker and Wilson Moore preview the in-state rivalry game between Creihghton and Nebraska.
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Hudson Greer's redshirt, Nebraska's early run and favorite Thanksgiving sides
Before Nebraska rocked KC and Creighton struggled in Las Vegas, Jon Walker and Wilson Moore talked about the Huskers' early-season surge, CU's decision to pull the redshirt on star freshman Hudson Greer and favorite Thanksgiving sides and pies.
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Creighton smoked by Gonzaga; Nebraska cruising early
Jon Walker and Wilson Moore talk about Creighton's blowout loss to Gonzaga and Nebraska's nation-leading winning streak.
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Previewing Nebraska's and Creighton's basketball seasons
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker preview the 2025-26 season for Creighton and Nebraska basketball.
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Recapping Big Ten media days and looking ahead to the basketball season
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker recap Big Ten basketball media days and talk the approaching start of the season.
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What to you need to know as Creighton and Nebraska basketball begin practice
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker look ahead to Nebraska's and Creighton's basketball seasons as the teams begin their preseason workouts.
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What will Nebraska and Creighton's starting lineups look like?
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker break down the latest Creighton and Nebraska basketball news, including recent media availabilities, starting lineups and NBA summer leagues.
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Creighton's Ryan Kalkbrenner heads to Charlotte and recapping NBA draft news
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker break down the 2025 NBA draft and where Creighton and Nebraska players ended up. Jon and Wilson discuss why the Charlotte Hornets are a good fit for Ryan Kalkbrenner and what the former Creighton center said during his...
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Creighton, Nebraska add pieces to roster; why Husker hoops needs a GM
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker discuss the latest in Nebraska and Creighton basketball, including several pieces of offseason news such as the Huskers completing its roster and the Bluejays signing its first recruit of the 2026 class. The guys open the show...
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Creighton's program-defining move; Nebraska's staff addition; finalizing rosters
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker discuss the latest in Nebraska and Creighton basketball, including CU's major announcement of hiring Alan Huss back as an assistant to be Greg McDermott's successor. The guys start the show breaking down how that move came to...
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Huskers end on high note; Nebraska and Creighton's fast and furious portal push
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker discuss the latest news in Nebraska and Creighton basketball, including the Huskers' Crown title win and what both teams' transfers will bring to the table. The guys open with a look at NU's big week in Las Vegas and dive into...
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Putting a bow on Creighton's season; transfer portal targets for both teams
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker put a wrap on the end of Creighton's season before talking about Nebraska's chances in the College Basketball Crown. The guys start the episode with a look at Jon's four days in Lexington, breaking down how CU earned another...
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The NCAA and the Crown — Nebraska and Creighton in the postseason
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker break down Creighton's matchup in the NCAA tournament, Nebraska going to the College Basketball Crown and more.
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Why Nebraska's season collapsed; expectations for Creighton in NYC
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker discuss the latest in Nebraska and Creighton basketball including a tumultuous end to the Huskers' season and a Bluejays team vying for a Big East title this week in New York. The guys start with a look at NU's final game of…
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Nebraska's late-season meltdown, picking conference awards
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker discuss the latest in Nebraska and Creighton basketball, including a recap of each team's past few games. Jon opens the pod with a look back at the Bluejays' latest wins and how it fell to Xavier, before a broader discussion...
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Nebraska's week of weird, why Creighton has lost back-to-back games
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker discuss the latest in Nebraska and Creighton basketball, including a weird week on the road for the Huskers and why the Bluejays have dropped a pair of games in a row. The guys open with a look at NU's bizarre comeback over...
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Creighton's Russian connection, MSG dreams, Maryland cools off Nebraska
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker are joined by Tom Shatel to discuss the latest in Nebraska and Creighton basketball. Jon opens with a "Russian welcome" after Creighton's latest social media trend compared Omaha to a Siberian envronment. The guys then look at...
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How Nebraska transformed its season, Creighton enters Big East gauntlet
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker discuss the latest in Nebraska and Creighton basketball, including a revamped Huskers team who has put itself firmly back on the NCAA tournament bubble and a Bluejays squad that continues to find ways to stack wins. The guys...
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Nebraska wins its 'Super Bowl', Creighton continues to roll, postgame memes
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker discuss the latest in Nebraska and Creighton basketball, including the Huskers' major upset of Illinois that snapped its win streak and the Bluejays continued its winning ways. The guys start the show by looking back on CU's...
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Creighton's on a heater. How does Nebraska get off the schneid?
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker discuss the latest in Nebraska and Creighton basketball, including the Bluejays' four-game win streak and a tough stretch for the Huskers. The guys open with a quick summary of the last two weeks before diving into the main...
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Up-and-down week for Nebraska, Creighton's sense of urgency
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker discuss the latest in Nebraska and Creighton basketball, including the Huskers' big win over UCLA followed by a frustrating loss to Iowa, and why the Bluejays will keep a sense of urgency the rest of the way. The guys open…
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Does Creighton have a go-to-guy offensively? Nebraska takes Hawaii holiday tournament
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker discuss the latest in Nebraska and Creighton basketball, including the Jays' continuing its topsy-turvy year and a red-hot Husker team coming off a multiple-team event win. The show begins with Jon's birthday surprise for…
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Does shorthanded Creighton need to change its identity? How will Nebraska respond?
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker discuss the latest from the Creighton and Nebraska beats, including two Bluejays leaving an already shorthanded program. The guys open with the breaking news regarding freshman Larry Johnson and redshirt freshman Sterling Knox...
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Creighton's win over No. 1 Kansas not only massive for Jays, but Nebraska too
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker make their post-Thanksgiving return by breaking down a tumultuous two weeks that started with Nebraska's defeat of Creighton, culminating in the Jays' upset of Kansas. The guys open with a conversation about CU's up-and-down...
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Can Nebraska slow down Ryan Kalkbrenner? Previewing Huskers vs. Creighton
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker give a full preview of Friday night's Nebraska vs. Creighton matchup as another edition of the I-80 rivalry is set to take place in Omaha. The guys first discuss each team's last result over the weekend, including a breakdown…
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Mac overtakes Dana's record, Nebraska hanging its hat on defense early
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker break down the most recent Nebraska and Creighton basketball action, including coach Greg McDermott earning win No. 328 to pass Dana Altman for the most wins in program history. After discussing a special night in downtown…
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Kalkbrenner's historic night, where Creighton and Nebraska struggled in openers
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker break down Nebraska and Creighton men's basketball's season openers, both against a pesky University of Texas Rio Grande Valley team that gave NU and CU challenges. The guys start with Nebraska who earned a 20-point win over...
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Exhibition takeaways, Nebraska and Creighton's floor/ceiling, gameday atmospheres
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker break down Nebraska and Creighton men's basketball's exhibition games and what each learned after the final tune-up before the regular season officially begins next week. Jon starts with the biggest takeaway from Creighton vs....
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Ryan Kalkbrenner gets his flowers at media days, Nebraska has a lot of dudes
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker hop on for the final time before the regular season begins to discuss takeaways from Big East media days as Ryan Kalkbrenner was named the league's preseason player of the year. The guys talk about why Kalk got his flowers…
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Creighton's transition between eras, Brice Williams' growth at Nebraska
In the latest episode of Half-Court Press, Wilson Moore and Jon Walker recap the first few weeks of Creighton and Nebraska's preseason and preview both teams' groups of guards. The guys open with thoughts from Creighton's first practice and the transition between eras that is underway as the...
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The Half-Court Press podcast goes in-depth on all the latest Creighton and Nebraska basketball news.
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