LINDENWOOD LIONS @ NEB

Nebraska comes home ranked

Nebraska is ranked No. 25 in the AP poll and returns home after a road win over Providence; the game is scheduled for FS1.

Sandfort sets the scoring bar

Pryce Sandfort is averaging 22.5 points and scored 25 against Providence, making his shot-making a key matchup; Hoiberg said he has been getting into the paint, making shots, and taking what the defense gives him.

Husker defense can disrupt possessions

Nebraska forced 18 turnovers and collected 12 steals against Providence; Hoiberg said the team has done a good job embracing contact and physicality.

Diouf leads Lindenwood’s frontcourt threat

Makhan Diouf recorded 18 points and 10 rebounds in Lindenwood’s latest game, leading five Lions in double figures and providing an inside option against Nebraska.

Pick Ideas

Angles drawn from the matchup analysis above and refreshed as the news changes. They are a separate read from the LineCrush pick for this matchup, so the two can land on different sides.

Nebraska spread: shop for a reasonable number

Nebraska is the clear home-side lean, but no current spread was verified; pass unless the line leaves room for a comfortable win.

Total: wait for the market

No reliable current total was available, so wait for the market and late availability updates before considering an over/under.