Fred Hoiberg updates injury status of Huskers F Blaise Keita ahead of Minnesota game
Fred Hoiberg spoke about Blaise Keita in regards to the Nebraska player’s status for Saturday’s game with Minnesota. Hoiberg updated the injury status of Keita going into the B1G matchup.
Keita has played in 13 games for the Huskers this season and averages 2.9 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 0.7 assists per game. Keita has been dealing with an ankle injury recently and has not played since the game against Queens on Dec. 20.
Hoiberg stated that Keita is going to be a game-time decision. Keita has been building up in practice well. However, Hoiberg needs the next 24 hours before making a decision on the Huskers F for sure.
Fred Hoiberg said Blaise Keita will be a game-time decision for tomorrow’s late morning tip at Minnesota. He’s been building up well in practice but next 24 hours needed to see if he’s available yet.
— Brian Christopherson (@Husker247BC) January 6, 2023
Nebraska is 8-7 after a recent 74-56 loss to Michigan State on Jan. 3. The Golden Gophers are 6-7 coming into the game after losing a heartbreaker to Wisconsin in their last outing. Minnesota ended up losing 63-60 to the Badgers.
The Huskers travel to Minnesota for Saturday’s game. Tipoff will be at noon ET on BTN. Can the Huskers earn a win if Keita is unable to play?