PHILADELPHIA – The Indiana Hoosiers and the Penn State Nittany Lions are set to clash in a thrilling Big Ten matchup this Sunday at 12:00 p.m. ET at the Palestra. Currently, Indiana holds a record of 11-3, while Penn State boasts a solid 12-2 record. This game marks a significant moment for Indiana, who recently wrapped up a three-game homestand.
Indiana is coming off a hard-fought victory against Rutgers, taking home an 84-74 win. This victory marked a breakthrough for the Hoosiers, who had previously struggled against Rutgers with a record of just 2-8 in their last ten meetings. Key performances came from Oumar Ballo, who recorded a double-double with 17 points and 12 rebounds, and Myles Rice, who led the team with 21 points, adding five rebounds and two steals. The Hoosiers displayed their dominance on the offensive glass, racking up 18 offensive rebounds during the game and continuing a streak of at least 11 offensive rebounds in each of their last five games.
On the other side, Penn State enters this game riding a wave of momentum with four consecutive wins after securing an 84-80 victory against Northwestern. Much of this success can be attributed to standout performances from Zach Hicks, who scored 20 points, and Ace Baldwin Jr., who contributed 17 points, seven assists, and five steals. Hicks rebounded nicely after struggling during their game against Penn.
Looking at shooting percentages, Indiana has been impressive, shooting 48.1% from the field, while Penn State leads slightly with a shooting percentage of 50.4%. This matchup promises to be an exciting showcase of offensive talent.
In their previous encounter back in March 2024, Indiana narrowly defeated Penn State 61-59. The history between these two teams tilts slightly in Penn State’s favor, as they have won 6 of their last 10 matchups against Indiana. As both teams step on the court this Sunday, the stakes are high, and fans can expect a competitive game full of action.
