NCAAB · Final

Nebraska Cornhuskers Defeat Penn State Nittany Lions 87-64

Saturday, February 21, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Pinnacle Bank Arena

Nebraska Cornhuskers 87, Penn State Nittany Lions 64, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Penn State Nittany Lions vs Nebraska Cornhuskers?

Nebraska Cornhuskers beat Penn State Nittany Lions 87-64 at Pinnacle Bank Arena on February 21, 2026.

Who was favored in Penn State Nittany Lions vs Nebraska Cornhuskers?

Nebraska Cornhuskers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2100 (about 95% implied). The favorite won.

The Nebraska Cornhuskers secured a decisive victory over the Penn State Nittany Lions, finishing the game with a score of 87-64 at Pinnacle Bank Arena. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as Nebraska boasted a strong home record of 23-4, while Penn State struggled with an away record of 11-17. The Cornhuskers entered the game as heavy favorites, with DraftKings setting the spread at -17.5 in favor of Nebraska.

In terms of recent form, Nebraska had a mixed record of 6-4 in their last ten games, but they were coming off a loss to the Iowa Hawkeyes just days prior. Their last five games saw them average 69.2 points scored while allowing 66.4 points. In contrast, Penn State's recent performance was concerning, as they had only managed to win 2 of their last 10 games and were on a two-game losing streak. Their average points scored during this stretch was 72.3, but they were allowing a staggering 86.2 points per game.

At home, Nebraska had a record of 3-2 in their last five games, while Penn State struggled with a 1-5 record in their away games during the same period. The previous meeting between these two teams took place on February 19, 2025, where Nebraska fell short with a score of 72-89 against Penn State.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but it is important to note that player availability can significantly impact team performance. The conditions for the game were not detailed, but the atmosphere at Pinnacle Bank Arena is typically electric, especially for home games.

The game featured several key scoring plays, including a 28-foot three-point jumper by Pryce Sandfort, which helped extend Nebraska's lead in the second half. Other notable moments included Kayden Mingo's successful free throws and a dunk by Justin Houser, showcasing the Cornhuskers' offensive prowess.

Overall, the Cornhuskers demonstrated their dominance throughout the game, ultimately leading to a comfortable victory over the Nittany Lions. With this win, Nebraska solidifies its position as a strong contender in the league, while Penn State continues to search for answers as they navigate a challenging season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	NEB -17.5	147.5 o -105 / u -115	Penn State Nittany Lions +1100 · Nebraska Cornhuskers -2100

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Leaders

PointsPryce Sandfort33Nebraska Cornhuskers
AssistsSam Hoiberg10Nebraska Cornhuskers
ReboundsPryce Sandfort9Nebraska Cornhuskers
PointsIvan Juric13Penn State Nittany Lions
AssistsKayden Mingo6Penn State Nittany Lions
ReboundsIvan Juric10Penn State Nittany Lions

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