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Huskers Face A&M-Corpus Christi, TCU in Ameritas Players Challenge
Where and When
- Location: Lincoln, Nebraska
- Dates: November 18-20
About the Ameritas Players Challenge
The Ameritas Players Challenge is a three-day college basketball tournament held annually at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, Nebraska, showcasing eight Division I men's basketball teams.
This year's tournament will feature the Nebraska Cornhuskers, Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders, and TCU Horned Frogs, among others.
Huskers' Matchups and Tournament Outlook
Huskers vs. Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Islanders (November 18)
The Huskers will open the tournament against the Islanders, who finished 13-18 last season.
Nebraska is favored to win this matchup, but the Islanders have a solid backcourt led by senior guard Isaac Mushila.
Huskers vs. TCU Horned Frogs (November 19 or 20)
If the Huskers win their first game, they will face the TCU Horned Frogs in the semifinals.
TCU is a perennial NCAA Tournament contender and will be a tough test for Nebraska, which is led by All-Big Ten forward Derrick Walker.
Conclusion
The Ameritas Players Challenge will provide Nebraska with a good test early in the season.
The Huskers will need to play well in order to win the tournament and build momentum heading into the Big Ten season.