All-around effort in win Essegian contributed 14 points (5-14 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals across 28 minutes during Thursday's 80-74 OT win over Illinois. Impact Essegian cashed in on 2-of-6 looks from deep, chipping in 14 points, four rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block during Thursday's win over the Fighting Ilini. The 6-foot-4 junior, who was criticized for his defensive intensity with Wisconsin, stepped it up against Illinois on Thursday night in an overtime thriller. Essegian has carved out a sizeable role with Nebraska this season, averaging 11.5 points, 2.7 rebounds, one assist and 0.5 steals while shooting 40.5 percent from three on the year (6.2 attempts per game).
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