Indiana Overcomes Providence for Consolation Win at Battle 4 Atlantis
Mackenzie Mgbako's 25-point performance helps Indiana secure a seventh-place finish in the Bahamas tournament.
- Indiana defeated Providence 89-73 in the Battle 4 Atlantis seventh-place game, ending their Bahamas trip with a win after two earlier losses.
- Mackenzie Mgbako led the Hoosiers with 25 points, breaking out of a shooting slump from previous games against Louisville and Gonzaga.
- Trey Galloway, starting in place of injured point guard Kanaan Carlyle, contributed 18 points, five rebounds, and five assists while hitting three three-pointers.
- Malik Reneau added 21 points on efficient 8-of-9 shooting, while Oumar Ballo grabbed 10 rebounds to help Indiana secure a narrow edge on the boards.
- Despite showing improved offensive efficiency, Indiana's defensive vulnerabilities persisted, allowing Providence to stay within reach late in the game.