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6-Banner Sunday: IU basketball falls to Illinois and Purdue in rough week

Welcome to another edition of 6-Banner Sunday, a joint production between The Assembly Call and Inside the Hall, where we highlight the five most essential IU sports stories of the past week. 6-Banner Sunday is written by Ari Shifron. IU had its toughest ... The post 6-Banner Sunday: IU basketball falls to Illinois and Purdue in rough week appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Five takeaways from IU basketball’s loss at Purdue

IU basketball suffered its second-straight loss on Friday night, falling 93-64 to Purdue at Mackey Arena. Here are five takeaways from the loss to the Boilermakers: This was IU’s worst performance of the season Indiana deserved credit for its gritty ... The post Five takeaways from IU basketball’s loss at Purdue appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

IU basketball can’t get Purdue ‘under control’ in second half of lopsided loss at Mackey Arena

WEST LAFAYETTE – The locker room configuration in Mackey Arena makes it likely that the two head coaches will cross paths after halftime. On Friday night, at 9:11 p.m local time, Darian DeVries and Matt Painter walked a dozen feet ... The post IU basketball can’t get Purdue ‘under control’ in second half of lopsided loss at Mackey Arena appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Nick Dorn’s struggles continue in IU basketball’s blowout loss at Purdue

WEST LAFAYETTE – Few players have been on more of a rollercoaster over the last month than Indiana’s Nick Dorn. The Elon transfer was one of the bright spots in Indiana’s 86-72 loss at Michigan on Jan. 20, scoring 14 ... The post Nick Dorn’s struggles continue in IU basketball’s blowout loss at Purdue appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

The Minute After: Purdue

Thoughts on a 93-64 loss to the Boilermakers: Indiana didn’t just lose tonight. It got its doors blown off, as the Boilermakers flipped the script from their loss in Bloomington last month. In the midst of a slump, Fletcher Loyer ... The post The Minute After: Purdue appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Video: Darian DeVries, Tucker DeVries react to loss at Purdue

WEST LAFAYETTE – Darian DeVries and Tucker DeVries addressed the media following IU basketball’s 93-64 loss to Purdue on Friday at Mackey Arena. Watch their postgame comments below: The post Video: Darian DeVries, Tucker DeVries react to loss at Purdue appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

At the Buzzer: Purdue 93, Indiana 64

Quick thoughts on a 93-64 loss at Purdue: How it happened Indiana fell behind immediately on Friday night at Mackey Arena as Purdue was eager to avenge its loss to the Hoosiers in Bloomington last month. IU’s inability to defend ... The post At the Buzzer: Purdue 93, Indiana 64 appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Open Thread: IU basketball travels to Purdue

IU basketball is back on the road this evening at Mackey Arena. The Hoosiers will take on Purdue in primetime. IU is 3-6 in true road games this season and Purdue is 11-3 at home. IU won the first meeting ... The post Open Thread: IU basketball travels to Purdue appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Reports: IU football coach Curt Cignetti’s contract now worth $13.2 million annually through 2033

According to multiple reports on Friday, IU football coach Curt Cignetti’s eight-year contract, which he agreed to in October, is now worth $13.2 million annually. The Indianapolis Star, Bloomington Herald-Times and ESPN.com all reported the amended contract for Cignetti. The ... The post Reports: IU football coach Curt Cignetti’s contract now worth $13.2 million annually through 2033 appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Bracketology watch: IU basketball’s NCAA tournament chances with 23 days until Selection Sunday

With Selection Sunday 23 days away, we’ll periodically examine where IU basketball stands in bracketology projections. The full 2026 NCAA tournament field will be revealed on Sunday, March 15, 2026. Indiana basketball is 17-9 overall and 8-7 in the Big ... The post Bracketology watch: IU basketball’s NCAA tournament chances with 23 days until Selection Sunday appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Video: Darian DeVries previews rivalry matchup at Purdue

Darian DeVries addressed the media on Thursday afternoon in advance of Friday’s rivalry game against Purdue at Mackey Arena. Watch the full media availability below: The post Video: Darian DeVries previews rivalry matchup at Purdue appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

What to Expect: IU basketball travels to Purdue

IU basketball is back on the road for a Friday primetime matchup against Purdue in Mackey Arena. The Hoosiers are coming off a 71-51 loss at Illinois on Sunday, while the Boilermakers fell to Michigan 91-80 on Tuesday in West ... The post What to Expect: IU basketball travels to Purdue appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Bracketology watch: An updated look at IU basketball’s NCAA tournament chances

With Selection Sunday 25 days away, we’ll periodically examine where IU basketball stands in bracketology projections. The full 2026 NCAA tournament field will be revealed on Sunday, March 15, 2026. Indiana basketball is 17-9 overall and 8-7 in the Big ... The post Bracketology watch: An updated look at IU basketball’s NCAA tournament chances appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

One statistic that stands out for every IU basketball player through 26 games

Just five games remain in the 2025-26 regular season and the Hoosiers are in the midst of a four-day break before returning to the floor on Friday against Purdue at Mackey Arena. Here’s one statistic that stands out this season ... The post One statistic that stands out for every IU basketball player through 26 games appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

A mid-February look at how 11 former IU basketball players are playing this season

Several former IU basketball players are having strong seasons this winter across the country. Three former Hoosiers are playing for Big Ten programs. Here’s an updated look at how every former scholarship player for the Hoosiers is performing as the ... The post A mid-February look at how 11 former IU basketball players are playing this season appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Bracketology: NCAA tournament projection as of February 17th, 2026

With less than four weeks remaining before Selection Sunday, the NCAA intends to release the top 16 overall seeds this weekend, which will provide a glimpse into what this year’s committee is valuing at this point in the process. I’ll ... The post Bracketology: NCAA tournament projection as of February 17th, 2026 appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

News and notes from Inside IU basketball with Darian DeVries

Inside IU basketball with Darian DeVries returned Monday night from Hoosier Hank’s in Bloomington. The first-year IU coach sat with the voice of the Hoosiers, Don Fischer, ahead of Indiana’s matchup against Purdue on Friday night in West Lafayette. Jasai ... The post News and notes from Inside IU basketball with Darian DeVries appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

IU football’s Fernando Mendoza honored with Davey O’Brien Award

IU football quarterback Fernando Mendoza was honored on Monday in Fort Worth, Texas, as the Davey O’Brien Award winner. Here’s the full release from IU Athletics on the major accolade for Mendoza: BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – More history was made on ... The post IU football’s Fernando Mendoza honored with Davey O’Brien Award appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Film Session: How Keaton Wagler got to the rim against Indiana

In Indiana’s loss to the Illini on Sunday afternoon, Keaton Wagler scored 18 points, 15 of which came via drives to the basket. Today’s Film Session breaks down how he got it done: The post Film Session: How Keaton Wagler got to the rim against Indiana appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Big Ten Power Rankings: Mid-February edition

The Big Ten regular season schedule has just three weeks to go and there’s a clear favorite to win the regular season title. Here’s our updated look at how the league stands just past the halfway point of February: 18. ... The post Big Ten Power Rankings: Mid-February edition appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Five takeaways from IU basketball’s loss at Illinois

IU basketball suffered a lopsided loss on Sunday afternoon, falling to Illinois 71-51 at the State Farm Center. Here are five takeaways from the loss to the Fighting Illini: Indiana held to a season-low 51 points It was an offensive ... The post Five takeaways from IU basketball’s loss at Illinois appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

‘We just got to be tougher,’ rebounding plagues IU basketball in blowout loss to Illinois

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — In the aftermath of Indiana’s 71-51 loss to No. 8 Illinois on Sunday afternoon, Darian DeVries took the podium alongside Sam Alexis to field questions from reporters. Just one of the 11 questions asked was directed at ... The post ‘We just got to be tougher,’ rebounding plagues IU basketball in blowout loss to Illinois appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

The Minute After: Illinois

Thoughts on a 71-51 loss to the Illini: Indiana put up a solid first half and did what it could against this talented Illini team. But in the end, the Hoosiers again fell victim to an opponent with superior size ... The post The Minute After: Illinois appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

Video: Darian DeVries, Sam Alexis react to loss at Illinois

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Darian DeVries and Sam Alexis addressed the media following IU basketball’s 71-51 loss to Illinois on Sunday at the State Farm Center. Watch their postgame comments below: The post Video: Darian DeVries, Sam Alexis react to loss at Illinois appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

At the Buzzer: Illinois 71, Indiana 51

Quick thoughts on a 71-51 loss at Illinois: How it happened Indiana played well in the opening 20 minutes at the State Farm Center. The Hoosiers made four 3-pointers, turned it over just twice and Lamar Wilkerson had 14 points ... The post At the Buzzer: Illinois 71, Indiana 51 appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .