Reeling Rutgers men’s basketball hopes to end a three-game losing streak by defeating Nebraska and Michigan.
The recent ascent of the Rutgers men’s basketball team has been matched by a swift decline, as they’ve now lost three consecutive games after a four-game winning streak. This week, they’ll have two opportunities to rebound, playing at home against Michigan on Thursday and facing Nebraska on the road on Sunday.
Michigan, currently at the bottom of the Big Ten standings, comes into Thursday’s game on a five-game losing streak and having lost 10 of their last 12 matches. Although Rutgers has had its own struggles, including a recent three-game losing streak, they managed to defeat Michigan 69-59 in their previous encounter on February 3.
Following their game against Michigan, Rutgers will travel to Nebraska to take on the Cornhuskers, who they narrowly beat in overtime earlier in the season. Nebraska has been a surprise contender in the conference, ranking fifth in the standings and boasting a 17-1 home record this season.
Despite their recent setbacks, Rutgers still has an opportunity to gain momentum heading into the postseason. Players like Gavin Griffiths and Jamichael Davis have shown promise, with Griffiths seeing increased playing time in recent games. As the regular season winds down, the focus for Rutgers should be on finishing strong and preparing for the challenges ahead.
The upcoming matchups against Michigan and Nebraska will be crucial for Rutgers’ postseason aspirations. The games will be broadcasted on Fox Sports 1 and Big Ten Network, respectively, and can also be heard on 88.7 WRSU-FM.
