Penn State men's basketball will host Indiana at The Palestra in Philadelphia on January 5, 2025, marking their fifth game at this historic venue since 2017. The Nittany Lions have a strong record of 4-1 at The Palestra, including a recent victory over Michigan (79-73) in January 2023. This matchup will be part of Penn State's ten conference home games for the upcoming season, with the Big Ten set to announce its full schedule shortly. The Palestra, known as the 'Cathedral of College Basketball', opened in 1927 and remains a cherished venue for college basketball. Under head coach Mike Rhoades, Penn State returns several key players and has bolstered its roster with a top-30 recruiting class and multiple transfers. Additionally, Penn State will also face Drexel at the Wells Fargo Center on December 21, 2024.