Tom Izzo Surprised Fred Hoiberg By Starting His Son Jack Against Nebraska
MIchigan State beat Nebraska on Thursday night, 86-65. It was just Michigan State's second win of February. Tom Izzo's secret weapon? Sophomore Jack Hoiberg, the son of Nebraska coach Fred Hoiberg. The elder Hoiberg was unprepared for the lineup change.
"#10 who the hell...sh*t that's Jack..." -Fred Hoiberg, the moment he found out his son was starting. #Huskers pic.twitter.com/RX3owjrh1E
— Nicole Griffith (@NicoleGriff1011) February 21, 2020
For Jack it was the first start of his career. He assisted on an early Cassius Winston three-pointer. He then scored four points and picked up another assist to Winston late. It was an especially gutsy performance since it was the first time that Jack had to root against his dad.
"This is my first time ever not rooting for my dad's team. It was fun. I'm sure it wasn't as fun for him."
— Kevin Sjuts (@kevinsjuts) February 21, 2020
Fun, playful moment as @JackHoiberg enters Fred Hoiberg's press conference following Michigan State's win at Nebraska. #Huskers pic.twitter.com/74EKAGgTop
As one Michigan State fan pointed out, Hoiberg's potential seems limitless after this showing.
Jack Hoiberg's Per-40 minute stats this year:
— Kyle Koster (@KyleKoster) February 21, 2020
18.9 points
3.0 rebounds
12.6 assists
Nebraska never stood a chance.