6-Banner Sunday: Indiana improves to 11-3 with victories over Winthrop and Rutgers

Welcome to this week’s recap of Indiana basketball and athletics. Indiana had an impressive week with wins against Winthrop and Rutgers, improving their record to 11-3 overall. The women’s team also faced off against top-ranked UCLA, putting up a tough fight despite ultimately falling short.

In addition to the basketball games, we’ll take a look at NCAA tournament projections, upcoming games, and other IU sports highlights.

First up, Indiana faced off against Rutgers as Big Ten play resumed. Despite Rutgers’ tough defense, Indiana secured an 84-74 victory with standout performances from Ace Bailey, Myles Rice, and Oumar Ballo.

In their non-conference finale, Indiana edged past Winthrop in a close game, winning 77-68. Rice once again led the team in scoring with 18 points.

The women’s team faced a challenging matchup against No. 1 UCLA, ultimately losing 73-62. However, Yarden Garzon’s 19 points and the team’s overall effort showcased their competitiveness.

Looking at tournament outlooks, the women’s team is in a better position than the men’s team, with notable wins and a higher NET ranking. The women are currently projected as an eight-seed in the latest Bracketology.

On the podcast front, Podcast on the Brink and Back Home Network shows provided insights into the postseason picture and IU sports coverage.

In other IU sports news, the men’s swimming and diving team secured a big win against Florida, while football announced a new QB coach and soccer players received postseason honors.

Thanks for following along with us this week. Stay tuned for more updates and go Hoosiers!