Nebraska Triumphs in the 2025 College Basketball Crown, Securing $300,000 NIL Deal
The Cornhuskers claimed victory over UCF in the inaugural championship, while the Knights will receive $100,000 in NIL funding.
Nebraska triumphed over UCF 77-66 in the final of the inaugural College Basketball Crown held at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Brice Williams led the game with 21 points, complemented by Juwan Gary with 20 points in Nebraska’s victory over the Knights. With this win, Nebraska will be awarded a $300,000 NIL package, while UCF secures $100,000 in NIL funds. Villanova and Boise State, who reached the semifinals, also receive $50,000 each.
Nebraska concludes its season with a 21-14 record, having faced significant challenges towards the end of the regular season.
2025 College Basketball Crown Scores
Championship
SUNDAY, APRIL 6
- Nebraska 77, UCF 66 | Recap
First Round
MONDAY, MARCH 31
- Game 1: Butler 86, Utah 84 | Recap
- Game 2: Boise State 89, George Washington 59 | Recap
- Game 3: Nebraska 86, Arizona State 78 | Recap
- Game 4: Georgetown 85, Washington State 82 | Recap
Quarterfinals
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2
Semifinals
SATURDAY, APRIL 5
