Nebraska players Sam Hoiberg and Rienk Mast sign with NBA teams
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 10:15 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Sam Hoiberg has signed with the Phoenix Suns and Rienk Mast with the Indiana Pacers following the 2026 NBA Draft. Neither player was selected during the draft, but both had strong senior seasons at Nebraska, contributing to the team's historical success, including its first NCAA tournament win. Hoiberg averaged 9.3 points per game, achieving a notable assist-to-turnover ratio. Mast, despite a previous injury, averaged 13.3 points and led the team in rebounds. Both players received All-Big Ten honors, highlighting their significant impact in college basketball.
- •Hoiberg signed with the Suns shortly after the NBA draft.
- •Mast signed an Exhibit 10 contract with the Pacers.
- •Hoiberg averaged 9.3 points and led in assists at Nebraska.
- •Mast averaged 13.3 points and led the team in rebounds.
- •Nebraska achieved its first-ever NCAA tournament win this season.
- 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Pair of Husker basketball players sign with NBA teams
"No Nebraska players were drafted on Wednesday, but two Huskers did get picked up. Sam Hoiberg signed with Phoenix, and Rienk Mast signed with Indiana.
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