Mack’s Triple-Double Helps Hoiberg Get First Big Ten Win

Cam Mack had the first-ever triple-double for Nebraska, helping the Huskers beat Purdue 70-56 yesterday at Pinnacle Bank Arena. 

Mack had 11 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists as NU gave coach Fred Hoiberg his first Big Ten win. Nebraska is 5-6 overall and 1-1 in conference play as the Huskers bounced back from Friday’s overtime loss at Indiana. 

Nebraska will host North Dakota this Saturday. Tipoff is set for 5 p.m. and the pre-game starts at 4 on News Talk 900 KJSK.