Not Bad for a State With 'Not a Lot Else to Do': Nebraska Beats No. 9 Michigan State
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Key Points:
- Nebraska secured a stunning 58-56 victory over No. 9 Michigan State, marking their best start in program history at 14-0 and only their 27th win over a top-10 team ever.
- Despite struggling offensively with under 35% shooting and a particularly poor second half (24.1%), Nebraska's strong defense and crowd support were key to their win.
- Michigan State committed a season-high 19 turnovers, which contributed significantly to their loss, while Nebraska snapped a 0-25 streak when scoring under 60 points.
- Coach Fred Hoiberg praised his team's composure and adjustments in the second half, emphasizing the importance of staying focused as they prepare to face Ohio State next.
