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Creighton had won last five meetings

Tuesday, March 16, 2004

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) -- Nate Johnson made a running layup with 11 seconds left to give Nebraska a 71-70 victory Tuesday night over Creighton in the opening round of the NIT. Johnson's shot capped the Cornhuskers' comeback from a five-point deficit in the final two minutes. Nebraska (17-12) advances to play the winner of Wednesday's game between Troy State and Niagara. The game will be in Lincoln on Friday. Jake Muhleisen led the Huskers with 17 points and Johnson added 11 points. Creighton (20-9 ...

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