The Indiana Hoosiers suffered an 89-73 loss to the Gonzaga Bulldogs, continuing their trend of non-competitive play against marquee non-conference opponents. Despite showing more movement and energy on offense and a strong performance from Oumar Ballo with 25 points, the Hoosiers struggled defensively, allowing Gonzaga to dominate in the paint and on the boards. Head coach Mike Woodson expressed frustration with the team’s defensive performance post-game.
The loss to Gonzaga follows a defeat against Louisville, raising concerns about the team’s ability to compete at a high level. With disappointing performances from key players such as Myles Rice, Kanaan Carlyle, and Trey Galloway, Indiana’s reliance on post-play and struggles with shooting from beyond the arc have been highlighted.
The Battle 4 Atlantis tournament has been a disappointment for Indiana, leading to questions about the team’s prospects for the rest of the season. While there is another game remaining in the Bahamas, fans are growing impatient with the team’s inability to perform against top-tier opponents. The losses to Louisville and Gonzaga have raised doubts about Indiana’s chances of making a strong NCAA tournament run.
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