The Oregon Ducks will face off against the undefeated No. 8 Nebraska Cornhuskers on Tuesday at Pinnacle Bank Arena in Lincoln, Nebraska, with tip-off scheduled for 9 p.m. ET. This matchup is particularly interesting as Oregon (8-8, 1-4 in the Big Ten) looks to recover from a recent loss, while Nebraska (16-0, 5-0) aims to maintain its perfect season.
In their previous encounter on February 2, 2025, Nebraska claimed a 77-71 victory in Eugene as a 7-point underdog, successfully covering the spread while the Over bet also cashed. This will mark a continuation of their rivalry, which has been infrequent since they hadn’t played since 2012 before last season’s clash.
The Ducks are coming off a disappointing 72-62 defeat against Ohio State, having entered that game as 1.5-point favorites. During the match, Oregon’s center Nate Bittle led the team with 14 points and 9 rebounds, but struggled with his shooting, making only 5 of 19 attempts from the field. Despite a promising 4-1 run earlier in the season, Oregon has now lost two consecutive games and has failed to cover the spread in both.
Conversely, Nebraska is riding high on its victory over the Indiana Hoosiers, winning 83-77 as a 4.5-point underdog. Guard Jamarques Lawrence was the standout performer, contributing 27 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 steals, showcasing a strong shooting performance with 8-of-13 from the field and 5-of-8 from beyond the arc.
In terms of betting odds provided by BetMGM Sportsbook, Oregon is the underdog at +450 on the moneyline, while Nebraska is favored at -625. The spread is set at Nebraska -10.5, and the Over/Under line stands at 145.5.
While Nebraska’s dominance this season makes them a favorite, their recent performance as a double-digit favorite raises questions, as they have struggled to cover the spread under such circumstances. Oregon has also struggled as an underdog this year, leading some analysts to suggest that betting on the game’s total might be the most prudent option. With the Under having hit in 4 of Nebraska’s last 5 games and 3 of Oregon’s last 4, this could be an indicator of a lower-scoring affair.
As the teams prepare for this significant matchup, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if Nebraska can continue its winning streak against a struggling Oregon team.