Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Iowa Hawkeyes NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 3/26

The Nebraska Cornhuskers and Iowa Hawkeyes are set to play in the NCAA Men’s Division I Basketball Tournament – Sweet 16. This game is part of the South Region and will take place at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City, IA. The game is scheduled for Thursday, March 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. Nebraska enters the game as the 4 seed with an impressive 26-6 regular season record. They are ranked #15 in the AP poll. The Cornhuskers have been strong in the postseason, winning against Arizona State, Georgetown, Boise State, and UCF. Meanwhile, the 9 seed Iowa Hawkeyes finished the regular season with a 21-12 record. Both teams are part of the Big Ten conference.

Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Iowa Hawkeyes Game Day Info

  • Sport: NCAA Men’s Division I Basketball
  • Teams: Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Iowa Hawkeyes
  • Venue: Carver-Hawkeye Arena, Iowa City, IA
  • Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Nebraska -2.5, Iowa +2.5, Nebraska MoneyLine -155, Iowa MoneyLine +130, Over/Under 133.5

Nebraska Cornhuskers Team Preview

The Nebraska Cornhuskers have been strong on the road this season. They have a regular season record of 26-6, showing they can handle pressure away from home. In the Big Ten conference, they have a solid 15-6 record, which highlights their consistency.

Offensively, Nebraska scores 77.3 points per game, placing them 165th nationally. They have a high effective field goal percentage of 55.4, ranked 39th. The team also averages 10.5 three-pointers per game, which is 37th in the nation.

Key players include Pryce Sandfort, who leads the team with 17.8 points per game, and Rienk Mast, who contributes 13.5 points and 5.8 rebounds per game. In the postseason, Pryce Sandfort’s scoring increased to 19.0 points per game. Nebraska will rely on these players to continue their success in upcoming games.

Iowa Hawkeyes Team Preview

The Iowa Hawkeyes have had a strong season with a 21-12 overall record. Their conference record stands at 11-11. In the Big Ten, the team has shown competitive spirit.

Offensively, the Hawkeyes average 75.2 points per game, ranking them 223rd. They shoot well with a field goal percentage of 49.1, placing them 21st. Their 3-point shooting is solid, with 8.0 made per game.

Defensively, the team records 7.1 steals per game. They also manage 2.0 blocks per game. However, they commit 17.6 fouls per game, which is an area to watch.

BTB Betting Pick

For the spread pick, Nebraska is favored by 2.5 points. Nebraska’s strong postseason offensive stats, including a high effective field goal percentage and solid three-point shooting, suggest they can cover the spread. Projected score: Nebraska 75, Iowa 67.

For the over/under pick, the total is set at 133.5 points. Nebraska’s postseason scoring average is 75 points, while Iowa’s is 67 points. This gives a combined total of 142 points, which suggests taking the over. The teams’ offensive strengths support this choice.