Nebraska Cornhuskers aim to extend home win streak against Lindenwood
- The Nebraska Cornhuskers currently hold a six-game home win streak.
- Lindenwood Lions are entering the game with a 4-2 record, struggling with only one road win.
- The match will be crucial for both teams as they seek to improve their standings this season.
In Lincoln, Nebraska, on Tuesday, the 25th-ranked Nebraska Cornhuskers will compete against the Lindenwood Lions. This match marks the first encounter between the two teams in the current season. The Cornhuskers have established a solid performance record at home, with a perfect 5-0 at home and a remarkable 6-0 in games decided by at least a ten-point margin. They aim to continue their six-game home win streak against Lindenwood, who come into this game with a season record of 4-2 and having struggled with a 1-2 record on the road. As the Lions rank eighth in the Ohio Valley Conference with an average of 29.8 rebounds per game, they will seek to improve their road performance. Leading the charge for the Cornhuskers is Alexis Markowski, who is scoring an average of 15.0 points alongside 7.9 rebounds and 2.1 assists. Meanwhile, Ellie Brueggemann is a standout performer for the Lions, averaging 13 points and 1.5 steals per game. Nebraska's shooting prowess is reflected in their 51.1% shooting percentage from the field, well above the 42.9% allowed by Lindenwood's defense. The Cornhuskers are also formidable from beyond the arc, allowing 6.9 made three-pointers per game compared to the Lions' average of 5.0 made per game. The outcome of this game will be pivotal for both teams, impacting their standings as they progress through their respective seasons.