BERKE BÜYÜKTUNCEL NEWS

Will start Saturday Buyuktuncel (ankle) will start for Nebraska during Saturday's matchup versus USC Upstate, per Robin Washut of On3.com.

Impact Buyuktuncel is set to make his return to the court after sitting out Tuesday's win versus Winthrop due to an ankle injury. So far this season, the 6-foot-10 forward is averaging 8.2 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.5 assists across 23.3 minutes in six games played.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Buyuktuncel (ankle) is Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports for Saturday's matchup versus USC Upstate, per Jon.

Impact Buyuktuncel sat out Tuesday's win over Winthrop and is now in danger of missing a second straight game. Braden Frager should make another start at power forward if Buyuktuncel ends up being unable to play.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out vs. Winthrop Buyuktuncel (undisclosed) is out for Tuesday's game against Winthrop, Robin Washut of On3.com reports.

Impact Buyuktuncel was initially listed as questionable for this contest, but in the end, the big man won't suit up for the Cornhuskers. This means Braden Frager, the reigning Big Ten Freshman of the Week, will make his first start of the season.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Buyuktuncel (undisclosed) is listed as questionable for Nebraska's tilt with Winthrop, per Steve Marik of Rivals.com.

Impact Buyuktuncel is in danger of missing his first game of the season for the Huskers. The starting forward is averaging 8.2 points and 5.8 rebounds this season. If he can't go, expect a bigger role for Braden Frager on Tuesday night.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles from floor in win Buyuktuncel ended Tuesday's 69-50 win over Maryland Eastern Shore with eight points (2-8 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal over 24 minutes.

Impact Buyuktuncel needed eight shots to score eight points, but the forward was active elsewhere on the court for the Cornhuskers. He's currently averaging 5.3 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game, but he does need to step up his efficiency. After he shot 40 percent from the field last season in Lincoln, it's been more of the same this year through three games.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Mast has triple-double, Sanford has 6 3s, Nebraska rolls FIU 96-66

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NOVEMBER 8 • Associated Press

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OCTOBER 10 • JOURNALSTAR.COM

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JULY 2 • JOURNALSTAR.COM

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Boise State, Nebraska play in CBC

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APRIL 4 • Associated Press

Williams leads Nebraska against Georgetown

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APRIL 1 • Associated Press

Nebraska visits Arizona State after Gary's 24-point performance

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MARCH 30 • Associated Press

Sandfort brothers lead Iowa in 83-68 win over Nebraska in must-win game to reach Big Ten Tourney

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MARCH 9 • Associated Press

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Playing vs. Michigan Buyuktuncel (ankle) will play against Michigan on Monday night.

Impact The forward missed the last three games for the Cornhuskers, but is back in the starting five against the Wolverines. Buyuktuncel averages 7.2 points, 5.9 rebounds and 1.3 assists in his sophomore season, and his return knocks Andrew Morgan back to the bench.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call for Monday Buyuktuncel (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against Michigan.

Impact Buyuktuncel was hopeful of returning for this game against the Spartans, and the fact that he's deemed questionable in the official injury report suggests he'll be a true game-time call for this contest. Buyuktuncel is averaging 7.2 points, 5.9 rebounds and 1.3 assists this season.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Hopeful to return Monday Buyuktuncel (ankle) practiced on Saturday and is hopeful to return Monday against Michigan, Robin Washut of On3.com reports.

Impact Buyuktuncel has missed three straight games, but is hopeful to return against the Wolverines on Monday night. He reportedly did on-court working during Saturday's practice for the Huskers, a step in the right direction for his recovery. Nebraska would love to return its starting center, who averages 7.2 points, 5.9 rebounds and 1.3 assists this season.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining out Wednesday Buyuktuncel (ankle) will not appear in Wednesday's game against Penn State, Robin Washut of On3.com reports.

Impact Buyuktuncel will remain sidelined Wednesday against the Nittany Lions, missing his third-consecutive game as the result of an ankle injury. The 6-foot-10 sophomore transfer from UCLA, who is averaging 7.2 points, 5.9 rebounds, 1.3 assists, one steal and 0.7 blocks across 23 outings, will have his next opportunity to return against Michigan next Monday.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Buyuktuncel (ankle) will remain out for Sunday's matchup against Northwestern, per the team's official injury report.

Impact Buyuktuncel will be held out of Sunday's contest, marking his second straight missed game while dealing with an ankle injury. The 6-foot-10 sophomore has been an impact player for the Cornhuskers this season, averaging 7.2 points and 5.9 rebounds per game. His next chance to return will come against Penn State on Wednesday.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Buyuktuncel (ankle) will be questionable for Sunday's game against Northwestern, Robin Washut of On3.com reports.

Impact Buyuktuncel was unable to go in Thursday's loss to Maryland, leading to Andrew Morgan getting the start. If Buyuktuncel is unable to go again Sunday his next chance to suit up would come Wednesday versus Penn State.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Terps Buyuktuncel (undisclosed) won't play against Maryland on Thursday, Brian Christopherson of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Buyuktuncel will miss his second game this season. He'll reportedly be "day-to-day" after the Maryland game, so it doesn't sound all that serious of an issue. His next chance to play will come against Northwestern on Feb. 16. The starting forward averages 7.2 points, 5.9 rebounds and 1.3 assists.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Strong showing in win Buyuktuncel ended Sunday's 79-71 win over Ohio State with 15 points (5-9 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds and three assists across 31 minutes.

Impact Buyuktuncel converted on 3-of-6 looks from three, closing with 15 points, six rebounds and three assists during Sunday's win over OSU. The 6-foot-10 sophomore transfer from UCLA has appeared in 23 games (21 starts) this season, averaging 7.2 points, 5.9 rebounds, 1.3 assists, one steal and 0.7 blocks on 24.1 minutes per game. Buyuktuncel continues to shoot the ball well from range, knocking down 32.3 percent of his looks from three on 2.8 attempts per game, providing Nebraska with some floor-spacing at the five spot.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Thursday Buyuktuncel is not starting Thursday's game versus Illinois, Robin Washut of On3.com reports.

Impact Buyuktuncel, who has started each of the last 12 games, is not in the starting five Thursday with Rollie Worster joining the starters. Buyuktuncel is averaging 7.2 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 23.8 minutes per game.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 16 in win Buyuktuncel finished Wednesday's 78-66 win over Oregon State with 16 points (6-8 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds and two assists across 30 minutes.

Impact Buyuktuncel logged a solid outing during Monday's win over the Beavers, closing with 16 points, six rebounds and two assists in the contest. The 6-foot-10 sophomore transfer from UCLA, has seen action in 11 games this season (10 starts), averaging 8.1 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.3 steals and 0.7 blocks on 23.1 minutes per game while shooting 54.1 percent from the field.

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays solid minutes Buyuktuncel (groin) supplied three points (1-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt), one rebound and two steals over 14 minutes during Saturday's 89-52 loss to Michigan State.

Impact Buyuktuncel was questionable going into Nebraska's blowout loss at the hands of Michigan State, but the forward managed to play 14 minutes. It wasn't his usual diet of playing time, and he didn't get the start, but he'll only miss one game with the groin injury and should be available for the Huskers' clash with Indiana on Dec. 13.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE