Nebraska Basketball Advances to CBC Finals, Defeats Boise State 79-69

In the semifinals of the inaugural College Basketball Crown, Nebraska defeated Boise State 79-69, securing their place in the championship game against UCF. The Huskers fell behind early but mounted a strong comeback, led by Juwan Gary's 21 points and a dominant performance that included a 15-point lead late in the game. Nebraska's victory ensures the team will receive at least $100,000 in NIL prize money, while Boise State concludes its season with a 26-11 record. The championship game is set for Sunday at T-Mobile Arena, with tipoff scheduled for 4:30 PM CT. The College Basketball Crown features 16 teams and will continue until April 6, showcasing teams from various conferences and at-large bids. This new tournament format aims to provide additional postseason opportunities for teams not selected for the NCAA Tournament.