Nebraska needed to get off to a good start, and it was an ok one. The Huskers used an 8-0 run to take and early three point lead, but then the back-and-forth battle began. Nick Martinelli, scourge of Nebraska and one of the nation’s leading scorers, started to get plenty of looks early. The Wildcats would hit 5 straight field goals and 7 of their first 11 to start the game.
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Desmond Dhaenens Recaps Nebraska Visit
Desmond Dhaenens was one of many visitors on campus last weekend for Nebraska football’s Red-White spring game.
The 2025 prospect, a cornerback and running back from Millard North High School in Omaha, recapped his visit with HuskerMax.
“My visit was great,” he said. “It is always a good time to be back in Memorial and feeling how amazing the fans are.”
The talented athlete explained what made this visit special.
“This visit is unique because there is no place like Nebraska. Simple. In Lincoln, you get to feel the love and support from everyone, and that says a lot about our community. During the visit, I spoke to Coach (Evan) Cooper (defensive backs coach) a little bit before the game and spoke a little about how I have been, how the offseason is going, etc. Spoke to Coach (Ed) Foley (special teams coordinator) a little bit about upcoming camp and how track season has been this year so far.”
A specific player caught Dhaenens’ eye.
“One player that stood out to me during the game was Mason Jones. He is a DB from Omaha Burke. He ended the game with a pick that lit the stadium up. It is always great to see my hometown guys shining at the next level.”
This won’t be his last visit of the season.
“I am definitely looking forward to being back up to Lincoln very soon,” he said. “I will for sure be up there in June for camp. Definitely looking forward to showcasing my talents to the coaching staff once again.”
Martinelli was already in double figures shortly after the 10-minute mark. Both teams would go scoreless of 2:30 at the same time, leading to a little bit of a lull. Nebraska would start to keep Northwestern at bay, keeping the lead between three and seven points. Nebraska would take a 34-29 lead into the locker room.
Nebraska shot 13-28 for 46% from the floor. They went 5-15 for 33% from deep and 3-5 for 60% from the free-throw line. The Huskers collected 13 rebounds, 2 of which were offensive. Nebraska had 11 assists to just 3 turnovers. They had 14 points in the paint.
The Huskers were led by Pryce Sandfort, who had 9 points. Jamarques Lawrence and Braden Frager had 8 each. Sam Hoiberg led the way with 4 rebounds and 4 assists. Lawrence had 3 steals.
Northwestern shot 12-30 for 40% from the floor. They went 2-6 for 33% from deep and 3-4 for 75% from the free-throw line. The Wildcats collected 21 rebounds, 7 of which were offensive. Northwestern had 7 assists to 6 turnovers. They had 12 points in the paint.
The Wildcats were led by Nick Martinelli, who had 15 points. Martinelli also had 8 rebounds, including 5 of the offensive boards. Angelo Ciaravino contributed 5 rebounds. Jake West, Jayden Reid and Ciaravino each had 2 assists.
Nebraska has usually done a good job of coming out with another gear to start the second half of games, and the Huskers certainly did that. Nebraska started 3-3 from the floor to open a double-digit lead. Pryce Sandfort and Braden Frager did exactly what they did to Oregon in the previous game, shooting the ball very well to open up the lead in a big way. Nebraska officially blew the door open using a 17-3 run over a 5:49 time span.
The Huskers would lead by 19 after that, and Northwestern wouldn’t get close after that. Nebraska would shoot 60% for most of the second half, which really helped open things up. Martinelli still got his, as he would carry Northwestern again, but he definitely needs some help if the Wildcats want to win games in the Big Ten.
FINAL STATS AND THOUGHTS:
Nebraska shot 27-53 for 51% from the floor. They went 11-26 for 42% from deep and 12-15 for 80% from the free-throw line. The Huskers collected 28 rebounds, 6 of which were offensive. Nebraska had 18 assists to just 5 turnovers. Nebraska had 28 points in the paint.
The Huskers were led by Pryce Sandfort, who had 22 points. Braden Frager contributed with 20 points off the bench. Sam Hoiberg led the way with 7 rebounds. 4 different Huskers finished with 4 assists. Jamarques Lawrence had 3 steals.
Northwestern shot 23-54 for 43% from the floor. They went 5-14 for 36% from deep and 7-10 for 70% from the free-throw line. The Wildcats collected 30 rebounds, 9 of which were offensive. Northwestern had 15 assists to 11 turnovers. They had 24 points in the paint.
The Wildcats were led by Nick Martinelli, who had 22 points. Tre Singleton finished with 14. Martinelli also led the way with 10 rebounds. Jayden Reid finished with 5 assists.
This one ended up being pretty straightforward for Nebraska in the end. The Huskers did a good job of keeping Northwestern at bay throughout the first half. Nebraska would go on another huge run in the second half, which it has done most of the season to blow the door open. Nick Martinelli still scored about right at his average for the Wildcats, but it took him 20 field goal attempts to get there.
Northwestern doesn’t have much in terms of secondary scoring. 3 Huskers finished in double figures, with two others within a basket of finishing with double digits. The Huskers are back in action on Wednesday night, as they host Washington. Tip-off at Pinnacle Bank Arena is scheduled for 8:00 pm and can be seen on the Big Ten Network. Go Big Red!
The Nebraska men’s basketball team (17-0, 6-0) hits the road on Saturday afternoon, facing the Northwestern Wildcats (8-9, 0-6). The Huskers are coming off a 90-55 win against the Oregon Ducks on Tuesday night.
Nebraska’s 17-0 record is the best start to a season in program history. A win against Northwestern on Saturday would give NU a 7-0 Big Ten record, its best conference start since WW2.
Nebraska’s offense is averaging 81.7 points per game while shooting .472 from the field and .352 from the three-point line. The Husker defense ranks No. 23 in the nation, surrendering 65.8 points per game.
Forward Rienk Mast leads the Cornhuskers with an average of 15.5 points and 6.4 rebounds per game. Iowa transfer Pryce Sandfort enters the Oregon game averaging 16.4 points, 4.6 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game.
Northwestern is coming off a 79-68 loss to No. 13 Illinois on Wednesday. The Wildcats are led by Nick Martinelli, who averages 23.8 points per game.
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Here’s how to watch the Nebraska-Northwestern basketball game today, including time, TV schedule, and streaming information:
What channel is Nebraska-Northwestern basketball on today?
TV Channel: Big Ten Network
Livestream: Fubo (free trial)
Nebraska-Northwestern basketball can be seen on the Big Ten Network. Chris Vosters and Brian Butch will call the game from the courtside at Welsh-Ryan Arena. Streaming options for the game include FUBO, which offers a free trial to new subscribers.
Nebraska-Northwestern basketball time today
- Date: Saturday, January 17
- Start time: 3 p.m. CT
The Nebraska-Northwestern basketball game starts at 3 p.m. CT from Welsh-Ryan Arena in Evanston, Illinois.
Nebraska-Northwestern basketball odds
Odds courtesy of BetMGM as of Saturday, Jan. 17
Moneyline: Nebraska -225/Northwestern +185
ODDS: Nebraska -5 1/2 (-105)
O/U: 148 1/2 (O -105/U -115)
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LINCOLN, Neb. (WOWT) – Nebraska Medicine filed a lawsuit Friday, seeking to block the University of Nebraska Board of Regents from purchasing Clarkson Regional Health Services’ stake.
The lawsuit filed in Douglas County District Court challenges the board’s plan to pay Clarkson $500 million for its stake in Nebraska Medicine and purchase Clarkson-owned real estate for $300 million.
Nebraska Medicine has asked the court for a jury trial and a temporary restraining order or injunction to pause the deal.
The Board of Regents and Clarkson announced the deal publicly Jan. 2, with a targeted closing before June 30, 2026.
The University has not disclosed complete financing details for the transaction, citing a need to raise funds through bond sales and state appropriations.
Nebraska Medicine argues the transactions violate a 2016 joint operating agreement that requires mutual consent from all parties, including Nebraska Medicine itself, to terminate the partnership.
The Board of Regents released this statement:
“We are saddened and puzzled by this unnecessary action. The Board of Regents has stated multiple times, including several times in the recent public board meeting, that we have a sincere desire to work in a collaborative fashion with Nebraska Medicine to grow and strengthen health care. The Board of Regents unanimously approved this transaction, and following that vote we moved immediately to once again extend a warm and personal offer to meet and forge ahead together to build a collegial working relationship consistent with Nebraska values.”
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The agreement established Nebraska Medicine as an independent, private nonprofit with equal membership from the University of Nebraska and Clarkson.
University of Nebraska President Jeffrey Gold previously stated the deal would help the financially troubled university manage its budget, telling the Nebraska Examiner that “some of the revenue streams provided by Nebraska Medicine could help keep NU tuition more affordable than it might be otherwise.”
Nebraska Medicine said the Board of Regents has already violated its duties as a member by refusing to approve board seat nominations and withholding cooperation on routine governance matters since May 2025, effectively pressuring Nebraska Medicine to accept the deal.
“Nebraska Medicine’s continued success is critically important for the state’s workforce and the patients who rely on the serious medicine and extraordinary care delivered by Nebraska Medicine’s physicians and staff,” the complaint stated.
Nebraska Medicine also claims the $300 million for the property far exceeds the fair market value and the $500 million for Clarkson’s membership interest is “highly overvalued.”
“The University intends to charge Nebraska Medicine, through its subsidiary The Nebraska Medical Center, additional rent, although there is no rent currently paid,” the complaint reads.
The lawsuit also argues that even if Clarkson properly withdraws as a member, the University would violate lease terms by preventing Nebraska Medicine’s subsidiary from exercising its contractual right to purchase the Clarkson-owned property.
At its rescheduled meeting Thursday, the Nebraska Board of Regents unanimously approved the proposal.
Thirty-two state senators sent a letter asking the board to delay the vote. Current and former officials with Nebraska Medicine also pushed back on the proposal, calling it a “state takeover.”
In an open letter, three former CEOs claim the current structure allows for Nebraska Medicine to establish guardrails around major changes. But NU President Dr. Jeffrey Gold maintained that care will expand and improve if the deal went through, likening the agreement to “an amicable divorce.”
On Thursday, Dr. Beau Konigsberg, an orthopedic surgeon at UNMC, expressed concerns about patient care.
“When decisions about healthcare compete with other priorities, patients ultimately bear the burden,” Konigsberg said. “We risk losing the ability to recruit and retain physicians, invest in technology and services, and respond to urgent and emerging needs.”
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