Get to know Nebraska’s Keisei Tominaga as he becomes a men’s March Madness star

The name Keisei Tominaga is already being buzzed about on social media and then some.

But assuming Nebraska makes it to 2024 March Madness, the buzz may reach way higher heights.

That’s because Tominaga has been lighting it up for the Cornhuskers all season long, particularly towards the end of the season, nailing threes and showing off some fun reactions in the process. He is an absolute delight and a darn good shooter.

As we get ready for the men’s NCAA tournament, where we presume Tominaga and Nebraska will be soon enough, here are a few facts about the senior guard:

1

He was born in Japan, and his parents both played hoops at a high level

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His father, Hiroyuki — who is 6-foot-11 — played for the national team, while his mother Hitomi, played professionally.

2

He's already played in the Olympics and the FIBA World Cup

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He was on the 3-on-3 team at the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo. His 22 points in a win over Cape Verde in the World Cup helped Japan earn a spot at the 2024 Olympics in Paris.

3

His nickname: the Japanese Steph Curry (and Curry is a fan!)

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Love it, Keisei!

— Stephen Curry (@StephenCurry30) February 16, 2023

They call him, “The Japanese Steph Curry.”

Keisei Tominaga, everybody.

🎥 @B1GMBBall | @HuskerMBB pic.twitter.com/pc43CGPZwD

— The Athletic (@TheAthletic) March 16, 2024

4

He's already become a bit of a meme!

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Keisei Tominaga is the most underrated college basketball player in America. Am I wrong? pic.twitter.com/21Mst7qZ0j

— Adam Carriker (@AdamCarriker94) March 16, 2024

Keisei Tominaga lit up Indiana tonight:
◾️ 23 PTS
◾️ 9-13 FG
◾️ 4-7 3PT
◾️ 5 AST
◾️ 2 STL pic.twitter.com/Vlwbj9GLgS

— B/R Hoops (@brhoops) March 16, 2024

Keisei! 🎤🏀📻@HuskerMBB @jakemule pic.twitter.com/sZVopQkDtd

— Kent Pavelka (@KentPavelka) March 16, 2024

Keisei Tominaga was cheffin up tonight.

23 PTS
3 REB
5 AST
2 STL@HuskerMBB @B1GMBBall pic.twitter.com/YXN9evYden

— SLAM University (@slam_university) March 16, 2024

5

He played for Ranger College before transferring in 2020

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He was hitting threes like crazy for one of the top NJCAA teams before joining the Cornhuskers.