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Hoosier Rivalries: Blackouts, Bets, and Big Bucks
Mackey Arena Blackout: Hoosiers Brace for Round Two The Hoosiers’ first crack at Purdue yielded a thrilling 72-67 win fueled by Assembly Hall’s raucous crowd. Now Darian DeVries must guide his team into Mackey Arena’s famed blackout atmosphere. He emphasizes communication, composure and rebounding as keys to conquering Purdue’s student-driven “Paint Crew.” Indiana has bounced…
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Indiana-Purdue Showdown: Coach Talk & Game Preview
Rivalry Renewed: Hoosiers Seek Season Sweep Over Boilers Indiana and Purdue face off Friday at Mackey Arena, with the Hoosiers aiming to complete a season sweep after a 72-67 win at Assembly Hall. Indiana enters at 17-9 (8-7 Big Ten), riding a 5-1 stretch that included victories over Purdue, UCLA and Wisconsin. Purdue, 21-5 (11-4…
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Hoosiers Spotlight: Playoff Dreams, Star Alumni & More
Hoosiers in a Hypothetical 24-Team Playoff Frenzy The Big Ten’s proposal for a 24-team College Football Playoff would have slotted undefeated Indiana as the No. 1 seed in 2025-26, granting the Hoosiers an extra home playoff game against the winner of USC (No. 16) vs. Arizona (No. 17). From there, Bloomington’s beloved team would likely…
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Hoosier Hiccups: Rivalry Rumbles to Season Prognosis
Analytics vs. Assembly Hall: Hoosiers Eye Purdue Payback ESPN’s BPI and Matchup Predictor give Indiana just an 18.3% chance to topple in-state rival Purdue at Mackey Arena after a demoralizing loss at Illinois. Purdue, now ranked No. 7, enters having won four straight since losing at Assembly Hall in January. Historically, Indiana has struggled in…
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Hoosiers Face Bruising Loss and NCAA Bracket Battle
Selection Countdown: Can DeVries’ Hoosiers Dance? With Selection Sunday just a month away, Indiana stands at 17-9 (8-7 Big Ten), teetering on the NCAA bubble under first-year coach Darian DeVries. A recent 71-51 loss at No. 8 Illinois did little to derail their bid: they sit at No. 9 seed in CBS’s Bracketology and boast…
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Hoosier Hoop Drama: Coach Quotes, Scoring & Ref Regrets
DeVries Dishes on Illinois Road Trip Prep Indiana head coach Darian DeVries fielded an 11-minute press conference before the road test at No. 8 Illinois. He praised Lamar Wilkerson’s scoring wizardry, lauded emerging contributors like Tucker, Sam and Conor for rebounding, playmaking and energy, and spelled out adjustments for rotation and focus. DeVries also dissected…
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From Broyles Glory to Big Ten Hoops Showdown
Hoosiers’ Defensive Maestro Bags National Assistant Coach Crown Indiana’s defensive coordinator and linebackers coach Bryant Haines captured the 2026 Broyles Award, marking the first time an IU assistant has taken home the nation’s top assistant coach honor. At 40, Haines outpaced finalists from Miami, Ohio State, Texas Tech, and Georgia, capping a historic season in…
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Hoosier Highlights: Combine Invites, Comebacks & Legacy
Combine Countdown: Nine Hoosiers Get the Call The NFL announced nine Indiana players have earned invitations to the 2026 Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium, a program record. Quarterback Fernando Mendoza, running back Roman Hemby, wideouts Omar Cooper Jr. and Elijah Sarratt, tight end Riley Nowakowski, center Pat Coogan, linebacker Aiden Fisher, safety Louis Moore…
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Hoosiers’ Run: 41-Point Outbursts & Unbeatable Legacies
Lamar’s 41-Point Spectacle Leaves Defenders Stunned Senior guard Lamar Wilkerson erupted for 41 points on 13-of-20 shooting (including 6-of-12 from three) in Indiana’s 92-74 win over Oregon. Joined by senior forward Tucker DeVries (15 points), Wilkerson credited teammates for finding him and coaches for crafting plays. He emphasized the “next-play mentality” after starting 0-5 and…
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Hoosiers Hoops Preview & Insane Coach Headset Auction
Underdog Ducks vs. Hoosiers: Clash at Assembly Hall Indiana hosts Oregon on Monday in a Big Ten showdown after a thrilling overtime victory against Wisconsin. The Hoosiers aim to build momentum and solidify their NCAA Tournament resume, while the Ducks—hampered by injuries to Nate Bittle and Jackson Shelstad—seek redemption despite an 8–15 record. Tipoff is…