[AC] IU-USC Postgame Show
Indiana continued its strong play of late, using a dominant second half and balanced scoring attack to secure its fourth Big Ten win and fifth straight victory overall.
Indiana continued its strong play of late, using a dominant second half and balanced scoring attack to secure its fourth Big Ten win and fifth straight victory overall.
After a sluggish start, the Hoosiers found their rhythm behind outstanding performances from Myles Rice (19 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists) and another efficient outing from Oumar Ballo, ultimately pulling away for a comfortable double-digit win.
For the third straight game, Indiana showed improved offensive flow and spacing playing with one big man, as four players scored in double figures while the team hit timely three-pointers and controlled the offensive glass. The second-half backcourt play of Rice and Trey Galloway proved particularly decisive, as the duo scored or assisted on 15 straight points to help Indiana build a lead it wouldn't relinquish.
Key discussion points from the show included:
The continued benefits of improved floor spacing and offensive balance
Strong performances from role players like Luke Goode (4-5 from three)
The team's growing confidence and connectivity in recent games
Improved ball security against USC's pressure (just 6 turnovers)
Questions about maintaining this momentum heading into a challenging road stretch
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: Andy Bottoms, Coach Brian Tonsoni, and Ryan Phillips
Now 13-3 overall and 4-1 in the Big Ten, Indiana heads into a crucial road stretch with growing confidence and an increasingly clear identity on both ends of the floor.
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