Pryce Sandfort erupts for 32 points as No.12 Nebraska overturns a halftime deficit to crush Southern California 82-67, snapping the Trojans’ five-game losing streak.
The Cornhuskers (25-4, 14-4 Big Ten) entered the matchup after a dominant stretch, but the Trojans jumped early, leading 36-31 at halftime thanks to Chad Baker-Mazara’s 14 points. Nebraska’s second-half surge began with Berke Buyuktuncel’s dunk at the 3:03 mark, sparking a 12-2 run that flipped the momentum.
Nebraska exploded out of the break, outscoring USC 15-0 during a six-minute stretch that saw the Trojans go cold from the field. The Huskers shot 8-of-23 from three, with Sandfort hitting 5-of-10 beyond the arc for his career-high 32 points. This performance aligns with the detailed statistical breakdown reported by Field Level Media.
- Final Score: Nebraska 82, Southern California 67
- Sandfort Points: 32 (12‑of‑21 field goals)
- Three‑Point Shooting: Nebraska 8‑of‑23, USC 0‑of‑9
- Record: Nebraska 25‑4, USC 18‑11
What the win signals is more than a single victory; it underscores Nebraska’s ability to adjust after halftime and re‑establish dominance in the Big Ten. The Huskers’ defensive pressure forced USC into a 0‑of‑9 three‑point stretch, a stark contrast to their 52% first‑half shooting. This pattern mirrors their earlier win over Penn State, where Sandfort also flirted with a 33‑point outing. Field Level Media highlighted the strategic shift that left the Trojans scrambling for answers.
For fans, the performance revives hopes of a deep tournament run, especially as the Huskers jockey for a top seed. The team’s balanced scoring—Berke Buyuktuncel, Rienk Mast, and Braden Frager all contributed double‑digit points—provides depth that could prove decisive in March.
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