Overview

• Nebraska secured a convincing 66-49 victory over Murray State in the quarterfinals of the Diamond Head Classic, improving their record to 8-2.
• Andrew Morgan recorded his first double-double with Nebraska, scoring 12 points and grabbing 12 rebounds, filling in for injured senior Rienk Mast.
• Connor Essegian contributed 15 points, including five three-pointers, showcasing the team's bench strength alongside Morgan.
• The Cornhuskers will face Hawaii in the semifinals, with the winner advancing to the championship game on Christmas Day against either Oakland or Oregon State.
• Hawaii reached the semifinals after defeating Charlotte 78-61, led by standout performances from Gytis Nemeiksa and Marcus Greene, who combined for 46 points.