Indiana Holds Off Chattanooga for Hard-Fought Home Victory
Despite struggles with defensive intensity and shooting, the Hoosiers secured a 74-65 win to remain unbeaten at home.
- Indiana improved to 9-3 on the season with a 74-65 victory over Chattanooga, overcoming a sluggish start and inconsistent shooting.
- Malik Reneau and Mackenzie Mgbako led the Hoosiers with 14 points each, while Indiana dominated points in the paint with a 36-24 advantage.
- Chattanooga's Honor Huff scored a game-high 20 points, hitting six 3-pointers, as the Mocs kept the game close into the final minutes despite shooting struggles in the second half.
- Indiana's bench provided key contributions, with Kanaan Carlyle and Bryson Tucker combining for 17 points in critical moments of the game.
- Head coach Mike Woodson acknowledged ongoing defensive and consistency issues, emphasizing the team's need for improvement ahead of Big Ten play.