PHILADELPHIA — The Penn State Nittany Lions are back at The Palestra, ready to take on the Indiana Hoosiers in what promises to be a thrilling Big Ten matchup. Led by head coach Mike Rhoades, the Lions enter this Sunday afternoon’s game riding a win against rival Northwestern, while Indiana led by Mike Woodson earned a narrow win against Rutgers.
Both teams are eager to consolidate their early season success with a decisive win. Penn State, with a strong 12-2 record and 2-1 conference mark, is well-positioned to secure a berth in the NCAA Tournament, falling outside the coveted top-25 ranking. On the other hand, Indiana, at 11-3 and also 2-1 in the Big Ten, sees this win as a significant boost to their postseason aspirations.
This game will test the different styles of both teams. Indiana’s interior sector is a real asset, although it faces a potential setback with the uncertainty surrounding the health of its leading scorer Malik Reneau, who suffered a lower body damage in the previous game. On the other side, Penn State’s strength lies in its balanced approach, relying heavily on skilled guards, especially Ace Baldwin, who ranks in the top 10 in the nation in assists.
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Score Updates – Penn State vs. Indiana
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Game time
Noon ET on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at The Palestra in Philadelphia.
Projected starting line for Indiana
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In addition: Mike Rhoades transformed the Penn State men’s basketball team into the best college basketball team in Pennsylvania.
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In addition: Ace Baldwin Jr. crushed. Penn State’s single-game assist record in an impressive performance against Coppin.