Indiana Overcomes Ohio State 77-76 in Overtime

Indiana managed to snap a two-game losing streak by narrowly defeating Ohio State 77-76 in overtime at Value City Arena, marking their fourth consecutive win over the Buckeyes. Luke Goode led the Hoosiers with a career-high 23 points, including the decisive three-pointer with just over a minute remaining in overtime, while Oumar Ballo added 21 points and 15 rebounds. Despite trailing at halftime, Indiana surged in the second half, leading by as many as 10 points before Ohio State rallied to force overtime. The victory provides a much-needed boost for Indiana, whose head coach Mike Woodson faced scrutiny following recent performances. For Ohio State, the loss extends their struggles, now having lost three straight games by a combined five points, and they prepare for a challenging matchup against No. 17 Purdue next. The game showcased both teams' determination, but ultimately Indiana's ability to capitalize on key moments led them to victory.