[AC] IU-Kentucky Postgame Show
Indiana suffered another loss, falling 72-60 to Kentucky at Rupp Arena in a game of two vastly different halves.
Indiana suffered another loss, falling 72-60 to Kentucky at Rupp Arena in a game of two vastly different halves.
The Hoosiers led 39-32 at halftime despite shooting just 21% from three-point range, but were overwhelmed in the second half by Kentucky, who combined with superior athleticism to spark a decisive run that exposed Indiana’s lack of size and north-south ability.
Coach Tonsoni, Bob, and Mike break down a disappointing performance where Indiana did many things poorly but still had chances to win before being outclassed by Kentucky’s athletes in the final 15 minutes.
Lamar Wilkerson’s fourth foul at the 17-minute mark proved catastrophic, removing Indiana’s best athlete just as Kentucky began dominating the glass and attacking downhill.
Point guard play from Tayton Conerway and Conor Enright struggled under pressure, with the team finishing with just eight assists and 18 total turnovers.
Nick Dorn’s aggressive first-half drives and seven free throws showed the spark Indiana needs from him consistently against quality competition.
Tucker DeVries battled hard with 15 points and seven rebounds, but Indiana’s 4-for-24 three-point shooting made it impossible to overcome Kentucky’s dominance in the paint.
Kentucky’s second-half lineup adjustments to feature their most athletic players exposed roster construction issues that will need addressing in future portal cycles.
Indiana’s 26-for-29 free throw shooting and competitive effort for 30 minutes offered some positives before fatigue and athleticism gaps became insurmountable.
The week off before hosting Chicago State provides crucial time to work on ball security, limiting fouls, and finding more reliable interior scoring options.
On the mics: Brian Tonsoni, Bob Moats, Mike Wiemuth
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