On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Sam McKewon recap the Huskers' disappointing 90-54 loss at Ohio State and assess the current state of affairs with the Jays. The Big Ten is full of talent and NU's offense desperately needs a jump start to help Nebraska survive. CU's offense has room for improvement, too, but Creighton's learned how to win with defense. Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Half-Court Press: Creighton's rejuvenated after Christmas; Nebraska's in a slump

Jon Nyatawa and Sam McKewon take a look at the seasons so far for Nebraska and Creighton basketball and preview the big game on Friday in Omaha.  Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Previewing the Nebraska vs Creighton 2020 showdown on the Half-Court Press podcast

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Sam McKewon discuss the recent basketball headlines for CU and NU. The Jays have paused practices after positive COVID-19 tests. The Huskers are trying to plan a season-opening tournament. The two schools will indeed play their rivalry game this year. Plus, they're both on a recruiting roll. Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Half-Court Press: Creighton shuts down practice, Nebraska preps for season debut

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Sam McKewon sort through the issues facing the Jays and Huskers as the teams work to solidify a regular season schedule in the wake of the pandemic. Will the NCAA's blueprint work? Will Creighton and Nebraska play this winter? Jon and Sam also discuss why CU feels it has more to prove, and why NU will be much improved. Support the show: https://www.omaha.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Half-Court Press: The pandemic’s impact on the preseason for Creighton, Nebraska

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady react to the UConn-Big East reunion. What does it mean for CU? Also, they answer some fan questions about Husker hoops: tidbits on Dalano Banton and Lat Mayen, and a starting five prediction.  Support the show.

Half-Court Press: Half-Court Press: Creighton’s new Big East peer; Nebraska’s offseason questions

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady discuss the latest developments during college basketball's unprecedented hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic. Most of the Huskers are on campus now. The Jays are not. What's this summer look like for the two programs? They also analyze NU's non-conference schedule and break down three CU storylines (NBA draft, roster adds and NCAA investigation) set to play out over the next couple months. Support the show.

Half-Court Press: Evaluating the impact of coronavirus on Nebraska, Creighton hoops

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady discuss the Huskers’ addition of Trevor Lakes, the impact of the NBA draft on the Jays and the challenges of building a roster in this age of college basketball where player movement is so common. They also talk about their first-ever driveway basketball hoops, Dennis Rodman’s rebounding prowess and a hypothetical 2-on-2 game between current NU and CU players.  Support the show.

Half-Court Press: More roster moves for Nebraska and Creighton

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady break down the transfer market. Who’s in, and who’s out? They also discuss Nebraska’s situation at point guard for next year. And they evaluate the recruiting challenge facing Creighton, which has three open roster spots but not a lot of playing time to advertise. Support the show.

Half-Court Press: It’s transfer season at Nebraska and Creighton

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady react to the sudden end to the 2019-20 college hoops season. One of Creighton's best teams in school history won't get a chance to prove itself in March. The Jays have to deal with that. Meanwhile, the Huskers again find themselves in roster retooling mode as the transfer portal fills up. How different will Nebraska look next year? And will this always be the plan?

Creighton's dream season ends abruptly; Nebraska's building a new team - March 24

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady react to the landmark decision to cancel the NCAA tournament in response to the coronavirus pandemic. This week featured an improbable 48-hour sequence of headlines, where Nebraska and Creighton each momentarily held a place within the national conversation. Fred Hoiberg got sick on the bench while coaching. The Jays played the final game of the college hoops season. Nyatawa and Heady discuss it all.

March Madness is canceled; recapping 48 hours of unprecedented events - March 13

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writer Jon Nyatawa recaps the recent headlines on the local college hoops scene. Creighton won a share of its first-ever Big East title Saturday, but a knee injury will likely keep point guard Marcus Zegarowski from playing in this week's conference tournament. Nebraska, meanwhile, will be without two of its top guards in the Big Ten tournament. But the Huskers announced two new additions Tuesday: football players Noah Vedral and Brant Banks.

Creighton's point guard gets injured in title-clinching win; Nebraska's lineup changes - March 10

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady discuss a disappointing Sunday afternoon of hoops for both Creighton and Nebraska. The Jays gave up 14 3-pointers in a 91-71 loss to St. John's. The Huskers connected on just eight of their 30 free-throw attempts in an overtime defeat to Northwestern. How did this happen, and what does it mean?

Recapping Sunday letdowns by Creighton and Nebraska - March 2

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady discuss Creighton’s remarkable surge in February and its potential in March. They also break down Nebraska’s defeat to Illinois before examining signs of progress during the losing streak.

Creighton stays hot; Nebraska’s skid continues - Feb. 25

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady discuss the week's results for Creighton and Nebraska. The Jays picked up a road win at No. 10 Seton Hall, reinserting themselves into the Big East title race. The Huskers couldn't quite take down No. 9 Maryland, but they may have revealed a blueprint for what the future holds in Fred Hoiberg's system.

Creighton wins at Seton Hall; Nebraska nearly upsets Maryland - Feb. 13

On the latest episode, World-Herald staff writers Jon Nyatawa and Chris Heady are joined by columnist Tom Shatel to discuss the Jays' recent surge. What's the ceiling for CU? They also talk about Nebraska's seven-game skid. This week, with a midweek bye, marks an important moment for the Huskers.

Creighton's dreaming big; Nebraska's stuck in a slump - Feb. 4

Two of the Omaha World-Herald's biggest hoops junkies — Nebraska beat writer Chris Heady and Creighton beat writer Jon Nyatawa — team up to share their college basketball insight and analysis.

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