The 1996–97 Nebraska Cornhuskers men's basketball team represented the

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during the 1996–97

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season. Led by head coach

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(11th season), the Cornhuskers competed in the Big Twelve Conference and played their home games at the

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. They finished with a record of 18–15 overall and a 7–9 record in Big Twelve Conference play. Nebraska played in the

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, and advanced to the third round.

Roster

Schedule and results

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References

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Nebraska Cornhuskers men's basketball seasons

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