Nebraska men’s basketball head coach Fred Hoiberg previews the Huskers’ 2026-27 season and Friday night’s exhibition matchup with Saint Louis. Hoiberg discusses the preseason rotation, four projected starters, the battle for the fifth spot, what Nebraska needs to learn across three preseason games, and the challenge Saint Louis presents. He also updates Connor Essegian, Odin, Trevin Williams, freshmen Colin Rice and Jacob Lanier, plus Nebraska’s defensive development and the excitement surrounding a sold-out Pinnacle Bank Arena. Nebraska opens preseason play Friday at 7 p.m. against Saint Louis. Subscribe for more Nebraska basketball coverage, interviews and Husker sports updates from NTV Sports. Chapters: 0:00 Hoiberg previews Saint Louis 0:54 What makes Saint Louis a tough test 1:31 Nebraska’s projected starters and rotation battle 2:10 Using three preseason games to evaluate the roster 3:34 What Hoiberg wants to see Friday 4:52 Connor Essegian’s return and added strength 6:01 Od...