Indiana’s defense stepped up in the second half to lead the Hoosiers past No. 13 Purdue 73-58 on Sunday. Malik Reneau scored 15 points and grabbed six rebounds, while Trey Galloway added nine assists as Indiana overcame a 12-point halftime deficit. The Hoosiers’ victory marked their second win in eight games and earns them a split in the season series with their biggest rival.
The Boilermakers appeared to take control by closing the first half on a 21-4 run, but the Hoosiers responded with a 14-2 spurt in the second half. Indiana took the lead for good when Anthony Leal grabbed a loose ball underneath the basket, preventing a turnover and setting up Luke Goode’s three-point play.
The Boilermakers committed 11 of their 16 turnovers in the second half, and Indiana capitalized on those miscues to score 19 points. The win likely ends Purdue’s quest for a third straight regular-season league title, while the Hoosiers are trying to right their season with a crucial victory.
With this win, Indiana is one step closer to playing its way into the NCAA Tournament. Coach Mike Woodson is on his way out, but the team is looking forward to their next game against Penn State on Wednesday. The Boilermakers will face UCLA on Friday in an attempt to rebound from their loss.
Source: https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/recap?gameId=401721448