Sat Dec 07 02:30:00 UTC 2024: ## Indiana Hoosiers Edge Out Miami (OH) in Rollercoaster Victory
**Bloomington, IN** – The Indiana Hoosiers secured their third consecutive win Friday night, defeating the Miami (OH) RedHawks 76-57 in a game marked by fluctuating momentum. While Indiana displayed flashes of brilliance, they also struggled with consistency, allowing Miami to stay within striking distance for much of the contest.
The Hoosiers led by as many as 12 points in the first half, but turnovers – nine in total leading to 15 Miami points – and open three-point shots allowed the RedHawks to cut the lead to a mere three points (39-36) at halftime. Miami’s perimeter shooting proved effective in the first half, connecting on 7 of 16 three-point attempts. Myles Rice led Indiana’s scoring in the first half with 14 points.
Indiana capitalized on a cold Miami shooting start to the second half (2-for-9), extending their lead to eight points. However, Miami’s persistent effort kept the game close. A key stretch saw Luke Goode hit three free throws, followed by a Trey Galloway three-pointer, pushing the Hoosiers’ advantage to eleven points and forcing a Miami timeout. Indiana eventually pulled away, leading by as many as 20 points in the final minutes.
Oumar Ballo delivered a dominant performance for Indiana, recording a near triple-double with 14 points, 18 rebounds, six assists, and two blocks. Malik Reneau led the Hoosiers in scoring with 19 points, while Rice added 17 and Galloway contributed 13. Miami managed only 21 second-half points, shooting a dismal 7-for-30 from the field. The victory improves Indiana’s record to 7-2.
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