Nebraska Cornhuskers vs
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Nebraska Cornhuskers Favored to Win First Meeting Against Washington Huskies in Big 10 Conference Matchup

In this upcoming game, the Nebraska Cornhuskers are set to take on the Washington Huskies in Seattle. This will mark the first meeting between these teams in the Big 10 conference, as Washington is in their first season in the league. Nebraska is currently favored to win, with the betting line opening at -1.5 and now sitting at Nebraska -2. Be sure to catch all the action on Wednesday night at 10:30pmET from Hec Edmundson Pavilion.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cornhuskers -135 | Huskies +112
• Spread: Cornhuskers -2 (-110) | Huskies +2 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 142.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Nebraska will win straight-up is 57%.

Nebraska vs Washington Stats

Nebraska Cornhuskers

Nebraska has recently found success on the court, winning two straight games against Illinois and Oregon after a six-game losing streak. Led by Brice Williams and Juwan Gary, the Cornhuskers are now 50th in the NCAA Net Rankings and have secured 4-6 Quad 1 wins. Williams, averaging 19 points per game, has been a key player for Nebraska, shooting well from both the field and three-point range. Gary adds 12.7 points and 4.9 rebounds per game. Defensively, the team allows an average of 71.2 points per game, with opponents shooting 41.3% from the field and 33.1% from long range. Overall, Nebraska has shown improvement in their offensive and defensive performance this season.

Washington Huskies Analysis

The Washington Huskies recently broke their six-game losing streak by defeating Minnesota 71-68. Tyler Harris and Great Osobor were key players in this victory. Osobor leads the team in several categories and has proven to be a valuable addition to the roster. Despite their struggles this season, the team has shown improvement on the defensive end. Their power ranking is currently 262, with rankings of #251 for offense and #189 for defense. The Huskies' shooting percentages and rebounding statistics are areas for improvement. They allow opponents to shoot 45.4% from the field and 73.57% from the free-throw line.Overall, the team is 11-10 and 11-9 against the spread.

Cornhuskers' Recent Victory Against Oregon Does Not Guarantee Dominance; Washington Emerging as Strong Opponent

I believe it is premature to declare the Cornhuskers as a dominating force in light of their recent victory against Oregon. The team may experience a decline in performance due to elevated expectations following their unexpected triumph as underdogs. Conversely, Washington has demonstrated their strength by defeating a formidable Maryland team on their home turf and closely contesting games against Illinois and UCLA. Nebraska's shooting prowess from beyond the arc has faltered on the road, with a mere 28.7% success rate, while their defensive strategy has allowed opponents to shoot at a 40% rate from three-point range. In contrast, Washington boasts a commendable 45.8% field goal success rate at home, showcasing their proficiency on both ends of the court.

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