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Indiana Hoosiers Dominate Penn State Nittany Lions with Stellar Second Half Surge

The Indiana Hoosiers showcased their dominance at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, securing a decisive 113-72 victory over the Penn State Nittany Lions. This win brings the Hoosiers' record to 1-0, while the Nittany Lions fall to 0-1. The game was marked by a strong performance from IU, particularly in the second half where they outscored PSU significantly.


Dec 9, 2025; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Indiana Hoosiers forward Reed Bailey (1) dunks the ball during the second half against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

First Half


The first half saw both teams battling closely, but it was Indiana who took control early on. With an impressive field goal percentage of 69 percent, IU managed to score 58 points against PSU's 26. Lamar Wilkerson led the charge for IU with his remarkable shooting accuracy and defensive prowess, contributing significantly to their lead.


Second Half


In the second half, Indiana continued their offensive onslaught with another dominant display. They added another 55 points to their tally while maintaining a high shooting efficiency of 83 percent in two-point attempts. Tayton Conerway also made his presence felt with crucial assists and steals that kept PSU at bay.


Dec 9, 2025; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Indiana Hoosiers forward Reed Bailey (1) dunks the ball during the first half against the Penn State Nittany Lions  at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Game Highlights


One of the game-changing plays Indiana Hoosiers vs Penn State Nittany Lions came when Tucker DeVries executed a perfect block followed by an assist that led to a fast break point for IU. The team's bench also contributed effectively with Reed Bailey scoring efficiently and providing solid defense.


On the other hand, despite efforts from PSU players like those who scored in double digits and attempted multiple three-pointers, they struggled against IU's tight defense which resulted in only five successful three-point shots out of sixteen attempts.


Dec 9, 2025; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Indiana Hoosiers guard Lamar Wilkerson (3) goes to the basket against Penn State Nittany Lions guard Freddie Dilione V (5) during the first half at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Conclusion


The Indiana Hoosiers full-time result reflects their strategic execution and teamwork throughout this matchup against Penn State Nittany Lions scoreline review. Fans can look forward to more action as IU prepares for their next challenge against Kentucky Wildcats on December 13th at Rupp Arena in Lexington; tune into ESPN for live coverage starting at 7:30 PM EDT.


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