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I mean that seems over the top for a basketball team that is never any good.
Men's basketball is one of few revenue generating college sports. Nebraska is finally investing money into the basketball program via better coaches and facilities that are key to recruiting talent. The jury is out on whether it will pay for itself with a regular ncaa tourney caliber team, but they weren't going anywhere without the investment.
Schools used to just rely on just one sport to pay the bills, but title 9 changed a lot of the dynamics of operating budget. Men's football, baseball, and basketball are where the money is to help fund the rest of the athletic department. Nebraska built a new baseball complex in early 2000's and it's time for the basketball program.
Go big or stay home.