Ohio State, Nebraska Clash After Thrilling Comeback Wins

Both Ohio State and Nebraska are coming into Sunday’s Big Ten showdown with momentum after impressive come-from-behind victories. With March Madness looming, every game counts in the battle for positioning.

Ohio State Riding Momentum After Stunning Comebacks

The Buckeyes (14-9, 6-6 Big Ten) are proving they can thrive under pressure. In their latest game, Ohio State erased a 17-point deficit to stun No. 18 Maryland with a clutch game-winning three from Bruce Thornton with 7.8 seconds left in a 73-70 victory.

Just two months earlier, Maryland had dominated Ohio State by 40 points in an 83-59 rout. This time, the Buckeyes showed resilience.

Head coach Jake Diebler praised his team’s grit and chemistry:

The win over Maryland was Ohio State’s fourth in its last five games, including another 17-point comeback at No. 11 Purdue.

At the center of the Buckeyes’ resurgence is Bruce Thornton, who dropped 31 points against Maryland, with 17 of them coming in the final seven minutes. He’s averaging 17.7 PPG this season and will be a major factor on Sunday.

Nebraska Aiming to Stay Hot at Home

Nebraska (15-8, 5-7 Big Ten) is also feeling confident after snapping a six-game losing streak with three straight wins.

The Cornhuskers stormed back from a 13-point deficit on Wednesday against Washington, turning a 10-point halftime deficit into an 86-72 blowout win after dominating the second half 49-25.

Despite the big win, head coach Fred Hoiberg is keeping his team focused:

Nebraska’s success largely depends on Brice Williams (19.2 PPG), who had 23 points against Washington, with 13 coming in the second half. Over the past three games, he’s averaging an impressive 26.0 points and 5.6 rebounds per game.

Key Matchups & What to Watch

• Bruce Thornton vs. Brice Williams – Two red-hot scorers leading their teams. Which star will take over?
• Ohio State’s Late-Game Resilience – The Buckeyes have been clutch under pressure. Can they keep it up?
• Nebraska’s Home-Court Edge – The Cornhuskers are looking for a statement win in front of their home fans.

It’s game time—give us your bold predictions now!

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Prediction: Who Has the Edge?

Ohio State has been the more battle-tested team, winning against ranked opponents and proving their ability to close out games late. But Nebraska is on a roll and has the home-court advantage.

This Big Ten showdown has major implications, and expect another thriller as both teams fight to stay on track for March Madness contention.