The Nebraska Cornhuskers are gearing up to face the No. 15 Michigan State Spartans on January 15, 2026. The matchup will take place at the Breslin Center in East Lansing, Michigan. Scheduled to tip off at 6 p.m. (CT), this game marks the beginning of Nebraska’s two-game Big Ten road swing.
Game Day Details
Fans can catch the live broadcast on the Big Ten Network, featuring Ed Cohen and Christy Winters-Scott as commentators. For those preferring radio coverage, the Huskers Radio Network will provide a live audio stream starting at 5:30 p.m. The broadcast will be accessible through local stations such as Lincoln’s 107.3 FM and Omaha’s 1490 AM/97.3 FM/97.7 HD3.
Current Team Standings
- Nebraska Cornhuskers: 14-3 overall, 3-3 in Big Ten play
- Michigan State Spartans: 16-1 overall, 5-1 in Big Ten play
Nebraska’s Recent Performance
Coming off an 83-61 defeat to UCLA, Nebraska’s three losses in the Big Ten have all come against teams ranked in the AP Top 20. The Cornhuskers are led by sophomore guard Britt Prince, who is averaging 18.3 points and has recorded six 20-point games this season.
Key Players for Nebraska
- Britt Prince – 18.3 ppg, 4.4 apg
- Amiah Hargrove – 11.9 ppg, 6.0 rpg
- Jessica Petrie – 12.2 ppg, 5.1 rpg
- Callin Hake – 8.5 ppg, 4.2 apg
Michigan State’s Form
The Spartans, with a record of 16-1, return home after successful away games against Washington and Oregon. They are currently ranked 7th in the NCAA NET standings and boast impressive statistics, including a scoring offense ranking them 7th nationally at 88.5 points per game.
Top Performers for Michigan State
- Grace Van Slooten – 14.6 ppg, 6.3 rpg
- Kennedy Blair – 13.4 ppg, 7.2 rpg
- Rashunda Jones – 12.9 ppg, 3.5 rpg
Historical Context
The Cornhuskers hold a 13-6 advantage in their all-time series against Michigan State, with last season’s victory being an 85-80 game in Lincoln. Nebraska looks to maintain its success against the Spartans, especially as they travel for their next encounter in East Lansing.
Looking Ahead
As the Huskers aim to upset the Spartans, this bout represents a crucial test in the Big Ten schedule. With key players performing at high levels, Nebraska hopes to turn their recent challenges into triumphs.
