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Indiana University men's basketball preseason

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The Indiana University men’s basketball program began its 2026-27 preseason activities with a public scrimmage and an exhibition ~~victory.~~ victories. On October 2, the team hosted its Cream & Crimson Scrimmage at Simon Skjodt Assembly ~~Hall, an event featuring player introductions and a post-game autograph session. The roster for the upcoming season includes a seven-player transfer portal class and four freshmen.~~ Hall. Following the scrimmage, Indiana opened its exhibition season on October 11 with a 96-68 win against Butler University at Hinkle Fieldhouse. Guard Markus Burton, a transfer from Notre Dame, ~~contributed significantly to the early lead by scoring~~ scored 11 of the team’s first 13 points. ~~While Butler, led by first-year head coach Ronald Nored, narrowed the margin to 54-53 in the second half,~~ On October 17, Indiana secured ~~the win behind~~ a ~~14-1 scoring run. Indiana continued its preseason momentum on October 17 with a~~ 76-58 exhibition victory over the North Carolina Tar Heels at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The Hoosiers established a 41-29 halftime lead and utilized their defensive length to outrebound North Carolina 53-31. Bryce Lindsay led the scoring for Indiana with 26 points, while Darren Harris, Markus Burton, and Sam Alexis each contributed double digits. For the Tar Heels, freshman Sayon Keita recorded 12 points, nine rebounds, and five blocks, ~~and~~ while Matt Able scored 11 points. ~~Despite these efforts, North Carolina struggled with shooting efficiency~~ On October 20, Indiana University released details for its 2026-27 men’s basketball miniseries ticket packages, which include games against Jacksonville, Bowling Green, Missouri, FDU, and ~~post depth.~~ USC. Additionally, the ‘Inside Indiana Basketball’ radio show series is scheduled to begin on October 26, featuring head men’s basketball coach Darian DeVries.

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