Indiana Basketball Tops Eastern Illinois 90-55

The Indiana Hoosiers overcame a sluggish first half to decisively defeat Eastern Illinois 90-55, improving their record to 2-0. After trailing 37-36 at halftime, Indiana made critical adjustments, showcasing a dominant second half where they held Eastern Illinois to just 18 points and shot 61% overall. Coach Mike Woodson acknowledged the team's initial lethargy but praised their intensity in the second half, leading to a remarkable 54-18 scoring advantage. Mackenzie Mgbako led Indiana with 18 points, while Malik Reneau and Oumar Ballo contributed 17 points each. The Hoosiers' performance highlighted their potential but raised concerns about their need for consistency, especially with a tougher matchup against South Carolina approaching. Indiana's ability to maintain their second-half level of play will be crucial moving forward.