Nebraska’s men’s basketball program received a major boost this week as forward Pryce Sandfort announced he will be back in Lincoln for the 2026‑27 campaign.
During the previous season he averaged 18.1 points, 4.9 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game, while shooting 41 percent from beyond the arc, a tally that placed him atop the Big Ten with 129 made threes.
His performance earned him first‑team All‑Big Ten honors and helped the Huskers capture their first Sweet Sixteen berth in program history.
Though he had explored the possibility of entering the NBA draft, feedback suggested he would likely be selected in the second round unless his stock improved with a surgical procedure, a factor that influenced his ultimate choice.
Sandfort’s return is expected to reinforce the team’s offensive firepower and maintain the momentum built during a historic run.
A new chapter for the Huskers
The coaching staff is already shaping the roster around his presence, and fans can anticipate another season of high‑stakes matchups as the program looks to build on its recent breakthrough.