Indiana defeats North Carolina 76-58 in exhibition at Gainbridge Fieldhouse
The Hoosiers opened the season with a 76-58 win over the Tar Heels, using early defensive pressure and strong rebounding to build a 41-29 halftime lead.
Key points
- Indiana won 76-58 over North Carolina at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
- Hoosiers held Tar Heels to 34.9% shooting and 0.78 points per possession.
- Indiana rebounded 49% of missed shots and recorded 17 second‑chance points.
- Defensive intensity and rebounding were highlighted as key strengths heading into the regular season.
Indiana University basketball completed its second exhibition game on Sunday evening, defeating the North Carolina Tar Heels 76-58 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
The Hoosiers applied defensive pressure from the opening tip, building a 41-29 halftime lead despite shooting 37.8 percent in the first half.
Indiana limited North Carolina to 34.9 percent shooting, allowed only seven second‑chance points, and held the Tar Heels to .78 points per possession.
On the glass, the Hoosiers rebounded 49 percent of their missed shots and recorded 17 second‑chance points, mirroring their strong rebounding performance against Butler in the first exhibition.
After two exhibition contests, Indiana’s defensive intensity and rebounding dominance were highlighted as key strengths heading into the regular season.
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