Get to Know Corey Hilliard Jr.

Freshman Corey Hilliard Jr. has been a significant contributor backing up seniors Bo Spencer and Brandon Richardson. Hilliard has played in eight games despite missing a month with an injury. He had a career-high six points against Rhode Island and has played in six of Nebraska's first nine Big Ten games since returning to action in late December.

We had a chance to talk with Corey to learn more about the freshman from Kansas City, Mo., who was a two-time all-state performer at Raytown South High School.

 Corey Hilliard Jr.
Favorite TV show as a kid:  Hey Arnold
Favorite pro team:  Chicago Bulls
Favorite sports movie:  Remember the Titans
Favorite meal:  Macaroni and Cheese and Chicken
Favorite vegetable:  Broccoli
Favorite class you've taken: Photography
What you would do with a time machine: Go back to high school
When you're not competing, you like to: Watch movies or skype my people
Superpower you wish you had:  Super high jumping ability
Pregame rituals:  Watch Chris Paul highlights, listen to music and watch funny videos
Best friends on the team:  My roommates (David Rivers and Josiah Moore)
Best athlete you've competed against:  Alec Burks
Why you chose Nebraska:  Wanted to be part of something special 
Best thing about Nebraska: It's a college town
What you want to do after college: Go into coaching or start my own barber shop