Wilson Moore
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Wilson Moore
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· Nov 1
Nebraska's Braden Frager ready to be out of the shadows: 'I’ve just been waiting for this moment'
“I’m ready. I’m ready to finally get out there. “I haven’t played a game in so long in front of fans, so I’m just ready to get out there and
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For a year, Braden Frager’s inner drive slowly burned behind closed doors. He had to learn to control it, to harness it.
Inside the redshirt freshman’s season in the shadows, a period of frustration and growth with a payoff in mind. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Inside the redshirt freshman’s season in the shadows, a period of frustration and growth with a payoff in mind. omaha.com/sports/huske...
At no point this season will Nebraska have its full roster available. How do the Huskers adjust from here? omaha.com/sports/huske...
Nebraska basketball seeking solutions with Connor Essegian out for season
Connor Essegian's season-ending ankle injury means Nebraska basketball now has to adjust on the fly as the schedule gets tougher.
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December 4, 2025 at 2:51 PM
At no point this season will Nebraska have its full roster available. How do the Huskers adjust from here? omaha.com/sports/huske...
Fred Hoiberg was frustrated after Nebraska’s win over USC Upstate, grappling with the conflicting dynamics of a team that’s undefeated but didn’t play at the level it will need to in the near future.
A gauntlet looms. omaha.com/sports/huske...
A gauntlet looms. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Pryce Sandfort shoots Nebraska basketball out of slog vs. South Carolina Upstate
Nebraska basketball slogged its way through a Saturday afternoon game vs. South Carolina Upstate, but Husker Pryce Sandfort got hot from 3 at the right time.
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November 30, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Fred Hoiberg was frustrated after Nebraska’s win over USC Upstate, grappling with the conflicting dynamics of a team that’s undefeated but didn’t play at the level it will need to in the near future.
A gauntlet looms. omaha.com/sports/huske...
A gauntlet looms. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Six games into his college career, Braden Frager is a key part of Nebraska’s rotation, providing an appetite for the moment.
“I’m not surprised at what he can do because I saw the confidence that the kid has and the swagger that he plays with.” omaha.com/sports/huske...
“I’m not surprised at what he can do because I saw the confidence that the kid has and the swagger that he plays with.” omaha.com/sports/huske...
Braden Frager's smooth adjustment to playing time driving Nebraska basketball
Forward Braden Frager is hitting shots, playing with "swagger" driving Nebraska basketball's 6-0 start.
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November 25, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Six games into his college career, Braden Frager is a key part of Nebraska’s rotation, providing an appetite for the moment.
“I’m not surprised at what he can do because I saw the confidence that the kid has and the swagger that he plays with.” omaha.com/sports/huske...
“I’m not surprised at what he can do because I saw the confidence that the kid has and the swagger that he plays with.” omaha.com/sports/huske...
Emptying the notebook from Kansas City: on the clock fiasco at the end of Friday night, Connor Essegian's unauthorized dental procedure and more. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Nebraska basketball notes: Perfect timing? No, but Sam Hoiberg, Huskers beat clock issue
Officials tried to explain the time change in the final second of Nebraska's win Friday night over Kansas State. In the end, it was a moot point — but confusing.
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November 22, 2025 at 9:45 PM
Emptying the notebook from Kansas City: on the clock fiasco at the end of Friday night, Connor Essegian's unauthorized dental procedure and more. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Sam Hoiberg stepped to the free throw line as 39 minutes and 59 seconds of chaos culminated.
He secured a gritty, significant win for Nebraska, toppling K-State in a test of the Huskers’ mettle. omaha.com/sports/huske...
He secured a gritty, significant win for Nebraska, toppling K-State in a test of the Huskers’ mettle. omaha.com/sports/huske...
1 free throw with 1 second left nets Nebraska a win over previously unbeaten Kansas State
It was a classic in the Hall of Fame Classic: Sam Hoiberg's free throw and Pryce Sandfort's 21 points keep Nebraska unbeaten — and hand Kansas State its first loss.
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November 22, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Sam Hoiberg stepped to the free throw line as 39 minutes and 59 seconds of chaos culminated.
He secured a gritty, significant win for Nebraska, toppling K-State in a test of the Huskers’ mettle. omaha.com/sports/huske...
He secured a gritty, significant win for Nebraska, toppling K-State in a test of the Huskers’ mettle. omaha.com/sports/huske...
New Mexico was creating chaos, so Fred Hoiberg told Nebraska to relax. The Huskers settled down and fended off the pesky Lobos, overcoming an uneven game to remain undefeated. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Second half run helps Nebraska basketball fend off New Mexico's bite
New Mexico nearly erased Nebraska basketball's 20-point lead before the Huskers, behind Peyton Sandfort and Braden Frager, slammed the door with a second half run.
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November 21, 2025 at 3:13 PM
New Mexico was creating chaos, so Fred Hoiberg told Nebraska to relax. The Huskers settled down and fended off the pesky Lobos, overcoming an uneven game to remain undefeated. omaha.com/sports/huske...
One last story from South Dakota: notebook on Cale Jacobsen’s steady hand, Nebraska’s attrition and more. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Nebraska basketball notes: Cale Jacobsen's stability, NU's depth wear down Oklahoma
Nebraska guard Cale Jacobsen's stability off the bench resulted in 10 points and six rebounds in a win over Oklahoma, which wore down late due NU's depth and energy.
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November 18, 2025 at 5:24 PM
One last story from South Dakota: notebook on Cale Jacobsen’s steady hand, Nebraska’s attrition and more. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Oklahoma's 16-point deficit went up in smoke, incinerated by Nebraska’s 3-point shooting as a wall of Husker fans, packed like sardines into the Pentagon doused it with gasoline.
On a wild, emotional night in Sioux Falls: omaha.com/sports/huske...
On a wild, emotional night in Sioux Falls: omaha.com/sports/huske...
Chaos, a comeback and lots of 3s: Nebraska basketball scoring spree stuns Oklahoma
In the ear-splitting noise and chaos of the Sanford Pentagon, Nebraska basketball's scoring spree erased a big Oklahoma lead and stunned the Sooners.
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November 16, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Oklahoma's 16-point deficit went up in smoke, incinerated by Nebraska’s 3-point shooting as a wall of Husker fans, packed like sardines into the Pentagon doused it with gasoline.
On a wild, emotional night in Sioux Falls: omaha.com/sports/huske...
On a wild, emotional night in Sioux Falls: omaha.com/sports/huske...
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Chaos, a comeback and lots of 3s: Nebraska basketball scoring spree stuns Oklahoma
Chaos, a comeback and lots of 3s: Nebraska basketball scoring spree stuns Oklahoma
In the ear-splitting noise and chaos of the Sanford Pentagon, Nebraska basketball's scoring spree erased a big Oklahoma lead and stunned the Sooners.
omaha.com
November 16, 2025 at 4:03 AM
Chaos, a comeback and lots of 3s: Nebraska basketball scoring spree stuns Oklahoma
Nebraska could afford to work out its kinks against mid-major opponents. The cushion will be gone when the Huskers face Oklahoma tomorrow.
On Nebraska's first major test of the season: omaha.com/sports/huske...
On Nebraska's first major test of the season: omaha.com/sports/huske...
Margin for error narrows as Nebraska basketball faces Oklahoma
Nebraska could survive slow starts and occasional stagnant offense against three mid-major opponents at the beginning of the season. There won't be as much cushion against Oklahoma.
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November 15, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Nebraska could afford to work out its kinks against mid-major opponents. The cushion will be gone when the Huskers face Oklahoma tomorrow.
On Nebraska's first major test of the season: omaha.com/sports/huske...
On Nebraska's first major test of the season: omaha.com/sports/huske...
Jacob Lanier's 2 a.m. gym sessions, eagerness to play defense and lifetime in basketball paid off with a commitment to Nebraska.
“I’m a scorer at heart, so coming in here and doing that would definitely be something that I impact the team off rip." omaha.com/sports/huske...
“I’m a scorer at heart, so coming in here and doing that would definitely be something that I impact the team off rip." omaha.com/sports/huske...
Jacob Lanier eager to contribute to Nebraska basketball: 'A scorer at heart'
Jacob Lanier committed to Nebraska on Sunday, signing his letter of intent three days later.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Jacob Lanier's 2 a.m. gym sessions, eagerness to play defense and lifetime in basketball paid off with a commitment to Nebraska.
“I’m a scorer at heart, so coming in here and doing that would definitely be something that I impact the team off rip." omaha.com/sports/huske...
“I’m a scorer at heart, so coming in here and doing that would definitely be something that I impact the team off rip." omaha.com/sports/huske...
Nebraska's active, sharp defensive performance contained Maryland-Eastern Shore on a night shots weren't falling. It was the backbone of a solid performance for about 32 minutes. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Nebraska basketball couldn't buy a 3, but its defense delivered to beat Maryland Eastern Shore
Nebraska basketball couldn't buy a 3, but its defense delivered in a lopsided win over Maryland Eastern Shore.
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November 12, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Nebraska's active, sharp defensive performance contained Maryland-Eastern Shore on a night shots weren't falling. It was the backbone of a solid performance for about 32 minutes. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Down around 20 pounds, Berke Buyuktuncel has more energy and endurance than last season. It's allowed him to evolve and contribute to a fast-paced Nebraska offense as he settles into his second year in Lincoln. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Berke Buyuktuncel's offseason evolution has led to a promising start to Nebraska's season
Berke Buyuktuncel has provided Nebraska with a grab bag of contributions this season, handling the ball, initiating offense, crashing the glass, shooting when open and playing rugged defense under the
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November 11, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Down around 20 pounds, Berke Buyuktuncel has more energy and endurance than last season. It's allowed him to evolve and contribute to a fast-paced Nebraska offense as he settles into his second year in Lincoln. omaha.com/sports/huske...
The double team came, and Rienk Mast licked his chops. The senior methodically picked FIU apart as he recorded the third triple-double in Nebraska history, the catalyst as the Huskers made it rain in a blowout win. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Rienk Mast records triple-double as Nebraska basketball makes it rain from 3
Rienk Mast licked notched the program's third-ever triple-double as Nebraska basketball nailed 17 3s in a rout over FIU.
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November 9, 2025 at 2:50 AM
The double team came, and Rienk Mast licked his chops. The senior methodically picked FIU apart as he recorded the third triple-double in Nebraska history, the catalyst as the Huskers made it rain in a blowout win. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Only Berke Buyuktuncel remains from Nebraska's frontcourt last season. His situation has changed within an incomplete group still finding itself a game into this year. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Nebraska basketball frontcourt still evolving through nonconference play
Nebraska will get a taste of the size and physicality of the Big Ten with a Florida International team that starts two players standing at least 6-foot-9 Saturday.
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November 7, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Only Berke Buyuktuncel remains from Nebraska's frontcourt last season. His situation has changed within an incomplete group still finding itself a game into this year. omaha.com/sports/huske...
For a year, Braden Frager’s inner drive slowly burned behind closed doors. He had to learn to control it, to harness it.
Inside the redshirt freshman’s season in the shadows, a period of frustration and growth with a payoff in mind. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Inside the redshirt freshman’s season in the shadows, a period of frustration and growth with a payoff in mind. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Nebraska's Braden Frager ready to be out of the shadows: 'I’ve just been waiting for this moment'
“I’m ready. I’m ready to finally get out there. “I haven’t played a game in so long in front of fans, so I’m just ready to get out there and
omaha.com
November 1, 2025 at 5:38 PM
For a year, Braden Frager’s inner drive slowly burned behind closed doors. He had to learn to control it, to harness it.
Inside the redshirt freshman’s season in the shadows, a period of frustration and growth with a payoff in mind. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Inside the redshirt freshman’s season in the shadows, a period of frustration and growth with a payoff in mind. omaha.com/sports/huske...
It took almost a half of basketball for Nebraska to coalesce into the team it wanted to be against Midland. Flame-throwing performances from Pryce Sandfort and Braden Frager sped up the process. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Nebraska shakes off slow start to down Midland: 'They don’t hang banners for exhibition games'
Nebraska shook off turnovers and occasional defensive lapses to top Midland. "We were ready to go and didn’t look down on any opponents."
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October 29, 2025 at 12:48 AM
It took almost a half of basketball for Nebraska to coalesce into the team it wanted to be against Midland. Flame-throwing performances from Pryce Sandfort and Braden Frager sped up the process. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Rienk Mast made an emphatic return to the floor and sparked Nebraska's high-powered offense in an exhibition win over No. 8 BYU. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Rienk Mast delivers 31 points in Nebraska basketball's win over No. 8 BYU
Nebraska’s offense flowed in its 90-89 exhibition win over No. 8 BYU.
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October 20, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Rienk Mast made an emphatic return to the floor and sparked Nebraska's high-powered offense in an exhibition win over No. 8 BYU. omaha.com/sports/huske...
“Whatever happens on Saturday, we’re gonna learn from it, we’re gonna grow from it and we’re gonna get better from it."
Nebraska will play its first game of the season that isn't an intrasquad scrimmage Saturday. BYU will be an early measuring stick. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Nebraska will play its first game of the season that isn't an intrasquad scrimmage Saturday. BYU will be an early measuring stick. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Nebraska basketball plays No. 8 BYU and its superstar freshman in exhibition
In No. 8 BYU, Nebraska will finally see a new opponent after four months of practicing against itself. The Cougars went to the Sweet 16 last year and landed top
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October 17, 2025 at 7:35 PM
“Whatever happens on Saturday, we’re gonna learn from it, we’re gonna grow from it and we’re gonna get better from it."
Nebraska will play its first game of the season that isn't an intrasquad scrimmage Saturday. BYU will be an early measuring stick. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Nebraska will play its first game of the season that isn't an intrasquad scrimmage Saturday. BYU will be an early measuring stick. omaha.com/sports/huske...
First position preview of the year: taking a look at Nebraska's guards, led by Jamarques Lawrence back for Round 2 in Lincoln. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Position preview: Breaking down the Nebraska men's basketball guards
Check out our preview of the Nebraska men's basketball guards ahead of the 2025-26 season.
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October 16, 2025 at 3:08 PM
First position preview of the year: taking a look at Nebraska's guards, led by Jamarques Lawrence back for Round 2 in Lincoln. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Rienk Mast spent last season recovering from knee surgery, dealing with the inevitable frustration that came with it and gaining a greater appreciation for hoops away from the public eye.
Inside Mast's rehab as he prepares for one last ride with Nebraska: omaha.com/sports/huske...
Inside Mast's rehab as he prepares for one last ride with Nebraska: omaha.com/sports/huske...
Inside the "grind" of Nebraska forward Rienk Mast's year in the shadows
At Big Ten Media Days, Nebraska forward Rienk Mast unpacked the grueling "grind" of knee surgery rehab as he spent a year toiling in the shadows.
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October 10, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Rienk Mast spent last season recovering from knee surgery, dealing with the inevitable frustration that came with it and gaining a greater appreciation for hoops away from the public eye.
Inside Mast's rehab as he prepares for one last ride with Nebraska: omaha.com/sports/huske...
Inside Mast's rehab as he prepares for one last ride with Nebraska: omaha.com/sports/huske...
Nebraska had its second practice of the preseason today. Here are some observations. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Moore: Three takeaways from Nebraska basketball's open practice
With more than a month until games begin, here are three observations from Wilson Moore on Nebraska basketball's open practice on Tuesday.
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September 24, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Nebraska had its second practice of the preseason today. Here are some observations. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Nebraska has eight newcomers, four returners and two players who redshirted last season and expect to contribute. It makes the rotations a puzzle, one Fred Hoiberg doesn't expect to solve until after the season begins. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Nebraska basketball's depth is a luxury for Fred Hoiberg — and a puzzle to solve
If Fred Hoiberg wants to rely upon an eight-or-nine-man rotation this season, Nebraska basketball's depth is a luxury - and a puzzle to solve.
omaha.com
September 17, 2025 at 11:14 PM
Nebraska has eight newcomers, four returners and two players who redshirted last season and expect to contribute. It makes the rotations a puzzle, one Fred Hoiberg doesn't expect to solve until after the season begins. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Reposted by Wilson Moore
Jaydon Sutko powers Elkhorn South football to win over Bellevue West
Jaydon Sutko powers Elkhorn South football to win over Bellevue West
All night long in Elkhorn South’s win over Bellevue West, Jaydon Sutko was the bruising blunt force powering the Storm.
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September 6, 2025 at 2:51 AM
Jaydon Sutko powers Elkhorn South football to win over Bellevue West
"Last year even, you would feel the nervous energy. I didn’t feel that.”
Nebraska didn't blink in the fourth quarter Thursday. Games like that have been rare over the past few seasons. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Nebraska didn't blink in the fourth quarter Thursday. Games like that have been rare over the past few seasons. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Nebraska football sheds 'nervous energy,' delivers in one-score game
If Nebraska football players felt "nervous energy" when games got tight in 2023 and 2024, they were able to "speak into existence" a one-score win at Arrowhead Stadium.
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August 30, 2025 at 4:26 PM
"Last year even, you would feel the nervous energy. I didn’t feel that.”
Nebraska didn't blink in the fourth quarter Thursday. Games like that have been rare over the past few seasons. omaha.com/sports/huske...
Nebraska didn't blink in the fourth quarter Thursday. Games like that have been rare over the past few seasons. omaha.com/sports/huske...