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Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Penn State Nittany Lions predictions, Feb 21, 2026

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On February 21, 2026, the Nebraska Cornhuskers will host the Penn State Nittany Lions in an NCAA College Basketball showdown. As both teams take the court, their recent form paints a compelling narrative. Nebraska has managed to secure victories in 2 of their last 5 outings, showcasing a degree of resilience and adaptability on their home floor. In contrast, Penn State has struggled, winning only once in their last 5 games, indicating potential challenges in their overall consistency.

The Cornhuskers will look to leverage their home-court advantage, where crowd support and familiarity with the arena could play a crucial role. Defensively, Nebraska has shown moments of promise, particularly when capitalizing on turnovers, which could be pivotal against a Penn State squad that has often been hampered by offensive lapses.

For the Nittany Lions, tactical adjustments will be essential. They must find ways to improve their shooting efficiency and control the pace of the game to counteract Nebraska’s momentum. With bookmakers heavily favoring Nebraska at 1.02 compared to Penn State’s 12.67, the stakes are high for both teams. This matchup promises to be an intriguing contest, with no guarantees, but opportunities for both sides to assert their will on the court.

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Nebraska
92.6%		 Penn State
7.4%

Outrights of NCAA College Basketball Penn State: 0.54%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
1.01 11
1.02 13
1.02 14

Latest Results

17.02.26 Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – 57:52
14.02.26 Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – Northwestern Wildcats basketball – 68:49
10.02.26 Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – Purdue Boilermakers basketball – 77:80 OT
07.02.26 Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – 68:80
01.02.26 Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 69:78		 18.02.26 Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – 72:85
14.02.26 Oregon Ducks basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 83:72
11.02.26 Washington Huskies basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 60:63
08.02.26 Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – USC Trojans basketball – 75:77
05.02.26 Michigan Wolverines basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 110:69

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Nebraska won 3.
  • Nebraska has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Penn State‘s performance has dropped in recent matches (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Penn State may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Nebraska is the clear favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Nebraska won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 1398:1384. (average 69.9:69.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Nebraska won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 797:733. (average 72.5:66.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    19.02.25 Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – 89:72
    17.02.24 Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 68:49
    05.02.23 Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 72:63
    21.01.23 Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – 76:65
    27.02.22 Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – 70:93

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Arizona Wildcats: 5.2 (10.36%)

    2. Michigan Wolverines: 5.25 (10.26%)

    3. Duke Blue Devils: 7.9 (6.82%)

    4. Houston Cougars: 8.5 (6.34%)

    5. Iowa State: 14.6 (3.69%)

    6. Florida Gators: 14.8 (3.64%)

    7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14.8 (3.64%)

    8. Connecticut Huskies: 15.2 (3.55%)

    9. Purdue Boilermakers: 17.6 (3.06%)

    10. Kansas Jayhawks: 21 (2.57%)

    11. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 34.4 (1.57%)

    12. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 35.4 (1.52%)

    13. Arkansas Razorbacks: 43 (1.25%)

    14. Michigan State Spartans W: 50 (1.08%)

    15. Vanderbilt Commodores: 50.2 (1.07%)

    16. Michigan State: 50.25 (1.07%)

    17. Louisville: 53.4 (1.01%)

    18. St. Johns Red Storm: 53.4 (1.01%)

    19. Texas Tech: 61 (0.88%)

    20. Tennessee Volunteers: 65.4 (0.82%)

    21. Alabama Crimson Tide: 65.4 (0.82%)

    22. Virginia Cavaliers: 68.2 (0.79%)

    23. North Carolina: 68.2 (0.79%)

    24. Brigham Young: 89.2 (0.6%)

    25. Kentucky Wildcats: 96.2 (0.56%)

    26. VCU Rams: 100 (0.54%)

    27. Maryland Terrapins: 100 (0.54%)

    28. South Carolina Gamecocks: 100 (0.54%)

    29. Boise State: 100 (0.54%)

    30. UC Irvine: 100 (0.54%)

    31. LSU: 100 (0.54%)

    32. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.54%)

    33. Colorado State: 100 (0.54%)

    34. High Point: 100 (0.54%)

    35. Wake Forest: 100 (0.54%)

    36. Memphis Tigers: 100 (0.54%)

    37. Pittsburgh Panthers: 100 (0.54%)

    38. Kansas State: 100 (0.54%)

    39. Washington Huskies: 100 (0.54%)

    40. Colorado: 100 (0.54%)

    41. Northwestern Wildcats: 100 (0.54%)

    42. Notre Dame: 100 (0.54%)

    43. Butler Bulldogs: 100 (0.54%)

    44. UC San Diego: 100 (0.54%)

    45. George Mason: 100 (0.54%)

    46. Xavier Musketeers: 100 (0.54%)

    47. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.54%)

    48. Mississippi St.: 100 (0.54%)

    49. McNeese State: 100 (0.54%)

    50. Utah State: 100 (0.54%)

    51. Cincinnati Bearcats: 100 (0.54%)

    52. Providence Friars: 100 (0.54%)

    53. Arizona State: 100 (0.54%)

    54. Penn State: 100 (0.54%)

    55. Yale: 100 (0.54%)

    56. Oregon Ducks: 100 (0.54%)

    57. Georgetown: 100 (0.54%)

    58. Akron Zips: 100 (0.54%)

    59. Saint Marys: 100 (0.54%)

    60. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 100 (0.54%)

    61. Florida State: 100 (0.54%)

    62. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.54%)

    63. Wisconsin Badgers: 100.2 (0.54%)

    64. Iowa Hawkeyes: 100.2 (0.54%)

    65. St. Louis Billikens: 100.2 (0.54%)

    66. Clemson: 105.2 (0.51%)

    67. Auburn Tigers: 110.2 (0.49%)

    68. NC State: 110.2 (0.49%)

    69. UCF Knights: 120.2 (0.45%)

    70. Texas A&M: 120.2 (0.45%)

    71. Villanova Wildcats: 130.2 (0.41%)

    72. Indiana Hoosiers: 130.2 (0.41%)

    73. SMU Mustangs: 130.2 (0.41%)

    74. Miami (FL): 130.2 (0.41%)

    75. Texas Longhorns: 130.2 (0.41%)

    76. UCLA: 130.2 (0.41%)

    77. Ohio State Buckeyes: 150.2 (0.36%)

    78. Georgia Bulldogs: 150.2 (0.36%)

    79. USC Trojans: 150.2 (0.36%)

    80. Virginia Tech: 180.2 (0.3%)

    81. Baylor Bears: 180.2 (0.3%)

    82. Seton Hall Pirates: 180.2 (0.3%)

    83. New Mexico: 180.2 (0.3%)

    84. San Diego State: 180.2 (0.3%)

    85. Oklahoma State: 180.2 (0.3%)

    86. Missouri Tigers: 230.2 (0.23%)

    87. California Golden Bears: 280.2 (0.19%)

    88. Ole Miss Rebels: 280.2 (0.19%)

    89. TCU: 280.2 (0.19%)

    90. West Virginia: 280.2 (0.19%)

    91. Syracuse Orange: 280.2 (0.19%)

    92. Creighton: 280.2 (0.19%)

    93. Oklahoma Sooners: 280.2 (0.19%)

    94. Stanford Cardinal: 280.2 (0.19%)

    95. Santa Clara: 751 (0.07%)

    96. Miami (Ohio): 751 (0.07%)

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