[AC] IU-Penn State Postgame Show
Indiana secured its first Quad 1 win of the season, using an impressive 12-0 run to start the second half and strong performances from Oumar Ballo and Mackenzie Mgbako to earn a crucial road victory.
Indiana secured its first Quad 1 win of the season, using an impressive 12-0 run to start the second half and strong performances from Oumar Ballo (25 points, 13 rebounds) and Mackenzie Mgbako to earn a crucial Big Ten road victory.
Playing without injured forward Malik Reneau, the Hoosiers showed improved offensive spacing and flow for the second straight game, hitting timely three-pointers and controlling the offensive glass to maintain control despite a late Penn State rally.
The win moves Indiana to 3-1 in Big Ten play and provides important momentum as the team enters a challenging stretch of conference games. For the second straight contest, Indiana displayed better ball movement, defensive connectivity and competitive fire that had been missing in earlier games this season.
Key discussion points from the show included:
The benefits of improved floor spacing and offensive balance with one big man
Oumar Ballo's dominant two-way performance following his one-game absence
Strong complementary contributions from Luke Goode (5 offensive rebounds) and others
The team's improved shooting and decision-making in transition
Questions about how to maintain this offensive rhythm when Malik Reneau returns
Plus, as always, the Banner Moment, Meaningful Moments You Might Have Missed, Inside the Numbers, and our Game Balls, Hustle Award, and Lingering Questions. That's all in this edition of The Assembly Call.
On the mics: Coach Tonsoni and Coach Adragna
The victory, combined with Thursday's win over Rutgers, gives Indiana consecutive complete performances to build upon as they look to establish themselves as legitimate contenders in the Big Ten race.
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