Hoosiers Host Bethune-Cookman: Essential IU Basketball Game Day Guide
As the No. 25 Indiana Hoosiers prepare to face the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats, here’s your essential game day guide. This matchup is set for noon Eastern on Saturday at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, Indiana.
Game Details
- Tip Time: Noon Eastern
- Location: Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, Bloomington, IN (Capacity: 17,222)
- Television: BTN (Commentators: Jack Kizer, Jordan Taylor)
- Radio: IU Radio Network (Don Fischer, Errek Suhr, John Herrick)
- Streaming: Fox Sports
- Point Spread: Indiana favored by 25.5 points
- KenPom Projected Score: Indiana 84, Bethune-Cookman 62
Series History
Indiana leads the all-time series against Bethune-Cookman with a record of 1-0. The last encounter took place on November 10, 2022, where Indiana secured a commanding 101-49 victory.
Coaching and Team Performance
Bethune-Cookman, led by Reggie Theus, currently holds a 2-5 record. Theus, who has extensive coaching experience, including roles in the NBA and NCAA, has guided the team to notable performances, including a close overtime loss at Auburn.
Player Highlights
The Wildcats feature several key players:
- Jakobi Heady: A senior wing averaging 14.7 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.5 steals per game.
- Arterio Morris: A redshirt junior guard with averages of 14 points, 5.7 rebounds, and a team-leading 3.9 assists per game.
- Quentin Heady: Junior forward contributing 12.4 points per game.
- Daniel Rouzan: Senior forward averaging 11.7 points per game.
Statistical Overview
Bethune-Cookman’s performance metrics indicate room for improvement:
- Offensive Efficiency: Ranked 227th in the nation
- Effective Field Goal Percentage: 48.3 percent (ranked 252nd)
- Three-Point Shooting: 33.9 percent accuracy (156th)
- Free-Throw Shooting: 61.7 percent (350th)
Game Expectations
With Indiana boasting a perfect record of 7-0, expectations are high. The Hoosiers have shown solid offensive capabilities and are anticipated to secure another victory against Bethune-Cookman. Predictions favor Indiana, estimating a final score around 92-68.
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