Maryland Holds Off Nebraska in Tight Big Ten Matchup
Ja'Kobi Gillespie's late-game heroics secure a 69-66 victory for the Terrapins after Nebraska rallies from a nine-point deficit.
- Maryland's Ja'Kobi Gillespie scored 22 points, including a decisive layup in the final minute, to clinch the win over Nebraska.
- The Terrapins improved to 14-5 overall and 4-4 in Big Ten play, maintaining their unbeaten conference home record this season.
- Nebraska's bench contributed significantly, with Andrew Morgan leading with 17 points, but the Cornhuskers remain winless in Big Ten road games.
- Rodney Rice added 15 points for Maryland, including a critical scoring stretch in the second half that helped the Terrapins build a late lead.
- Despite a strong shooting performance, Nebraska's fourth straight loss highlights ongoing struggles with defense and road consistency.