As the Indiana Hoosiers prepare to face off against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Value City Arena, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be a riveting encounter. The Hoosiers, coming off a string of impressive performances, look poised to continue their dominance on the court.

Mar 4, 2023; Minneapolis, MINN, USA; Indiana Hoosiers guard Grace Berger (34) looks to pass against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the second half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana's recent game on December 22 against Bowling Green saw them crush their opponents with a staggering 84-35 victory. Their offensive prowess was on full display as they shot an exceptional 54 percent from the field and an even more impressive 56 percent from beyond the arc. With such shooting efficiency, it's no wonder they managed to rack up such a high score. The team also showcased their defensive capabilities by accumulating five blocks and seven steals, which contributed significantly to their commanding win.

Another notable performance came just days earlier on December 19 when Indiana steamrolled over Evansville Purple Aces with a scoreline of 109-56. This game highlighted Indiana's ability not only to shoot effectively (72 percent field goal percentage) but also to dominate inside the paint where they scored 48 points. Their fast break points stood at an imposing 21, indicating that when this team gains momentum, they're nearly unstoppable.

Mar 4, 2023; Minneapolis, MINN, USA; Indiana Hoosiers guard Sara Scalia (14) reacts to her shot against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports

However, it wasn't all smooth sailing for Indiana; in an away game against Rutgers Scarlet Knights on December 9, although victorious with a score of 66-56, their three-point shooting dipped to just 19 percent. Despite this anomaly in long-range shooting accuracy during that particular matchup, they still managed excellent two-point field goal efficiency at 60 percent and maintained solid defense throughout.

The upcoming clash against Ohio State is expected to be challenging but based on these past performances and statistics; there is every reason for Hoosier fans to be optimistic about securing another win. While acknowledging that basketball games are unpredictable and anything can happen once both teams hit the floor – especially when playing away – one cannot ignore how well-rounded Indiana has been performing both offensively and defensively.

Mar 4, 2023; Minneapolis, MINN, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard Taylor Mikesell (24) looks to pass while Indiana Hoosiers guard Chloe Moore-McNeil (22) defends during the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports

The Buckeyes will undoubtedly put up fierce resistance in front of their home crowd; however, if IND maintains its current form – particularly its sharpshooting accuracy from downtown – it could very well dictate the pace of the game early on.

Mark your calendars for February 4th at Value City Arena where you can catch all the action live starting at noon Eastern Time (ET). Fans unable or unwilling to make it out can tune into local broadcasts or streaming services offering coverage of what promises not only as another chapter in this storied rivalry but also potentially another showcase event for this formidable Hoosiers squad.

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