Thoughts on an 89-80 win against Wright State: There were more signs of life in this one. Indiana came out with increased focus, energy and intensity. The Hoosiers got out ahead for buckets in transition, turning defense into offense, so ...
Through two games, Indiana’s defensive 3-point attempt rate of 58.5 percent (3PA/FGA) ranks 349th in the country. FGCU and Army shot 72 3-pointers combined against the Hoosiers. While Indiana had 3-point defensive struggles in the halfcourt due to poor communication, ...
Thoughts on a 72-64 win against the Black Knights: The work in progress continues. This was a poor performance from Indiana. The Hoosiers entered as 26.5-point favorites against Army. The Black Knights entered as the No. 338 team in the ...
Pat Chambers’ ball-screen coverage scheme against the Hoosiers on Tuesday night? The Eagles often sent two to the ball on the blitz to try and blow things up. As Xavier Johnson took the screen from Kel’el Ware, his man would ...
Thoughts on a 69-63 win against the Eagles: Mike Woodson wasn’t afraid to schedule stronger opponents for guarantee games this season. And with his Hoosiers still very much finding their way early on, you get a result like tonight … ...
Indiana got into the mix from 3-point range much more in its second exhibition outing against Marian. The Hoosiers shot a blistering 9-of-17 (52.9 percent) from beyond the arc. Leading the charge? Indiana’s young, talented frontcourt. Kel’el Ware, Malik Reneau ...
Thoughts on a 94-61 win against Marian: That’s a little more like it. After a jittery start last time out against UIndy, the Hoosiers looked comfortable and composed to start this one. It helped them lead wire-to-wire, eventually settling on ...
While Indiana put together a strong team effort on defense in the second half, it was freshman Gabe Cupps who seemed to ignite the home crowd the most. Cupps’ defense bothered Josiah Tines all over the court. And Cupps’ ability ...
Thoughts on a 74-52 win against UIndy: It was a forgettable first half to start the 2023-24 season. Indiana’s new starting lineup of Xavier Johnson, Trey Galloway, Malik Reneau, Mackenzie Mgbako and Kel’el Ware looked lost, a step slow everywhere. ...
With the start of college basketball season on the horizon, we’ve transitioned from our look at other Big Ten programs to our player-by-player previews of the 2023-24 Indiana roster. Today, our player profiles continue with a look at freshman Mackenzie ...
Welcome to “That’s A Wrap,” our recap of the 2022-23 Indiana Hoosiers. The series concludes today with our look at Mike Woodson. Previously: CJ Gunn, Kaleb Banks, Jalen Hood-Schifino, Malik Reneau, Trey Galloway, Jordan Geronimo, Logan Duncomb, Tamar Bates, Anthony Leal, Miller Kopp, Xavier Johnson, Race Thompson, Trayce Jackson-Davis, Team ...
Welcome to “That’s A Wrap,” our recap of the 2022-23 Indiana Hoosiers. Previously: CJ Gunn, Kaleb Banks, Jalen Hood-Schifino, Malik Reneau, Trey Galloway, Jordan Geronimo, Logan Duncomb, Tamar Bates, Anthony Leal, Miller Kopp, Xavier Johnson, Race Thompson, Trayce Jackson-Davis, Team Defense Offense (35 games): Adjusted efficiency: 107.0 (28th), eFG%: 53.5 ...
After a slow start on Saturday evening, Jalen Hood-Schifino came alive, finishing the game with 21 points (8-of-15) and five assists. In particular, the freshman’s play in high ball-screen action became a thorn in Michigan’s side. As he continued to ...
Thoughts on a 62-61 win against the Wolverines: No Race Thompson. The Hoosiers barely getting anything on offense outside of Jalen Hood-Schifino and Trayce Jackson-Davis. Turnovers on 18 percent of their possessions, while scoring just .93 points per trip. This ...
Miller Kopp had himself a game against the Scarlet Knights on Tuesday evening. The Northwestern transfer was his typical floor-spacing self, hitting 4-of-6 from deep on his way to 18 total points (6-of-9 shooting). Kopp also defended well. But it ...
Thoughts on a 66-60 win against Rutgers: In its last several home wins, the Hoosiers have set the tone in the first half, their offense scorching the opponent as they head into halftime on a high note. It looked like ...