Indiana men’s basketball defeats Syracuse 83-80

Indiana men’s basketball moved to a 3-0 record on the season following an 83-80 victory over Syracuse at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The game was a highly competitive matchup featuring thirteen lead changes and eleven ties.

Indiana was led by Markus Burton and Darren Harris, who each scored 20 points. Jaeden Mustaf contributed 18 points, while Samet Yigitoglu recorded 10 rebounds. The Hoosiers secured the win by outperforming Syracuse on the offensive glass and converting 6 of 6 free throws in the final 74 seconds of play.

Syracuse, in the first year under head coach Gerry McNamara, was led by Ryan Moesch, who scored a team-high 19 points and provided six assists. Kiyan Anthony added 16 points, and Sadiq White Jr. contributed 13 points and 10 rebounds. Despite the loss, Syracuse remains 2-1 on the season.