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Iowa City Today
By the People, for the People
Iowa Basketball Faces No. 7 Nebraska After Purdue Loss
Hawkeyes look to bounce back at home after second straight defeat.
Published on Feb. 16, 2026
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Iowa is coming off a 21-point loss at home to No. 13 Purdue, dropping them to 18-7 overall and 8-5 in Big Ten play. The Hawkeyes will now host No. 7 Nebraska on Tuesday night as they try to get back on track and earn a signature win in front of their home crowd.
Why it matters
Iowa is fighting to maintain its position in the NCAA Tournament picture, and a win over a top-10 opponent like Nebraska would be a major boost to their resume. The Huskers, meanwhile, are looking to continue their strong season and solidify their own tournament standing.
The details
Iowa struggled mightily against Purdue, losing by 21 points at home. They'll now have to quickly regroup to take on a tough Nebraska squad led by head coach Ben McCollum. The Huskers have been one of the surprise teams in the Big Ten this season, climbing to a No. 7 national ranking.
- Iowa lost to Purdue on Saturday, February 15, 2026.
- Iowa will host Nebraska on Tuesday, February 18, 2026.
The players
Ben McCollum
Head coach of the Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball team.
What’s next
A win over Nebraska would be a major boost to Iowa's NCAA Tournament resume, while a loss would put them in a more precarious position heading into the final stretch of the regular season.
The takeaway
This game represents a crucial opportunity for Iowa to get back on track and earn a signature win over a top-10 opponent. How they respond after the Purdue loss will be key to their postseason aspirations.
