- Matchup: Providence Friars vs Nebraska Cornhuskers
- Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Venue: Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT
- Broadcast: FS1
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This Saturday, the Nebraska Cornhuskers (1-0) will face off against the Providence Friars (1-0) at the Mohegan Sun Arena.
In their latest matchup, the Providence Friars dominated Maine, securing a convincing victory with a score of 83-56. Providence exhibited a solid field goal percentage of 45.6% (31 of 68) and netted 10 of their 30 attempts from three-point range. At the charity stripe, the Friars converted 11 of 19 attempts, equating to a success rate of 57.9%. On the boards, they collected a total of 38 rebounds, including 14 offensive boards. The Friars also showcased their playmaking skills with 18 assists, while forcing 22 turnovers and recording 17 steals. Defensively, Providence limited Maine to a 34.9% shooting percentage (15 of 43). Maine managed 9 assists and achieved 5 steals during the contest. Additionally, Maine gathered 17 rebounds (4 offensive, 13 defensive) but did not register any blocks. Overall, they ended the game shooting 64.3% from the free throw line, hitting 18 of 28 attempts, and made 8 of 23 shots from beyond the arc. The Friars committed a total of 25 fouls, while Maine racked up 18.
Jacob Bannarbie emerged as a key contributor for Providence, scoring 14 points on a flawless 7 of 7 shooting performance. He played for 25 minutes, grabbed 10 rebounds, and assisted once.
Entering this matchup with a record of 1-0, Providence averages 8.0 turnovers per game while committing 25.0 personal fouls. As a unit, the Friars are securing 43.0 rebounds per game and have recorded 18 assists this season, ranking 194th in collegiate basketball for assists per game. Providence is hitting 33.3% from three-point range (10 of 30) and 57.9% from the free throw line. They are scoring an average of 83.0 points a game, placing them 161st nationally, with a shooting percentage of 45.6% from the field.
Defensively, the Friars are forcing 23.0 turnovers per game and are drawing 18.0 fouls each contest. They yield a 34.8% success rate on three-point shots and rank 66th nationally in points allowed per game (56.0). The Providence defense restricts opponents to a field goal percentage of 34.9% and allows an average of 32.0 rebounds per game. They rank 62nd in college basketball for assists allowed, surrendering 9 per game.
In Nebraska’s last outing, the Cornhuskers triumphed with a dominant 106-64 win over Le Moyne. They recorded 28 defensive boards and 12 offensive ones for a total of 40 rebounds in the game. Nebraska committed only 7 turnovers and managed to secure 11 steals. Le Moyne, facing 21 fouls, sent Nebraska to the free throw line 28 times, where they converted 22 attempts for a rate of 78.6%. From distance, Nebraska excelled, hitting 14 of 30 three-pointers (46.7%). Overall, they went 35 of 65 from the field, producing a shooting percentage of 53.8%. Defensively, they allowed Le Moyne to shoot 39.3% (22 of 56). Le Moyne achieved 34.5% from three (10 of 29) and converted 10 of 13 free throw attempts (76.9%). Nebraska allowed 26 rebounds to Le Moyne (6 offensive).
Pryce Sandfort was a standout for Nebraska, scoring 20 points in 26 minutes of play, contributing 2 assists and pulling down 5 rebounds on 7 of 13 shooting (53.8%).
Nebraska holds a 1-0 record for the season. Offensively, the Cornhuskers boast a shooting percentage of 53.8%, ranking 60th in college basketball. They have accumulated 106 points thus far and average 41.0 rebounds per game. Their assist average stands at 24.0 per game (34th in Division 1), while committing 8.0 turnovers each game. Additionally, Nebraska averages 10.0 fouls per game and hits 78.6% of their free throw attempts.
On the defensive side, Nebraska is conceding an average of 64.0 points per game, ranking 138th in the nation. They force their opponents into 17.0 turnovers per contest and have limited teams to a 39.3% field goal percentage (155th in college). Nebraska’s defense allows 34.5% shooting from three-point range and gives up 76.9% of free throw attempts. They average 17.0 assists and 29.0 rebounds allowed per game, ranking 304th and 84th in college basketball, respectively.
Who will emerge victorious in this NCAA game against the spread?
Prediction: Opt for Providence
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