Indiana welcomes Lindenwood on Nov. 20, 2025 in Bloomington, Ind. The Hoosiers (4-0) aim to extend their home winning streak. Lindenwood (2-3) brings a tough nonconference schedule to Assembly Hall. First-year coach Darian DeVries has Indiana ranked in the AP Top 25.
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🔥 Quick Facts:
- Indiana is undefeated at 4-0 through early season play.
- Five Indiana players average double-digit scoring led by Lamar Wilkerson (18.8 ppg).
- Lindenwood center on star Jadis Jones (17.3 ppg) and strong depth this season.
- Game tips off at 6:00 PM EST at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall.
- This marks Darian DeVries’ first season as Indiana’s head coach.
Undefeated Indiana Looks to Stay Perfect at Home
Indiana enters Thursday riding a perfect start to the season. The Hoosiers beat Incarnate Word 69-61 on Nov. 17 in a defensive struggle. Coach DeVries acknowledged the team shot poorly but still found a way to win.
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“I like learning after wins,” DeVries said after the game win. The team missed 30 of 53 shots and shot just 5 of 24 from three-point range. Still, Indiana prevailed in the defensive battle.
Tucker DeVries emphasized the importance of winning ugly games. “It’s important to still find a way to win when shots aren’t falling,” he explained. Five Hoosiers score in double figures, providing DeVries multiple scoring options nightly.
DeVries Assembles Balanced Scoring Attack
Lamar Wilkerson leads Indiana with 18.8 points per game on strong 48% shooting. Tucker DeVries contributes 17.8 points and team-high 6.5 rebounds per game. Guard Sam Alexis adds 12.3 points per contest.
| Player | PPG | RPG | Shooting % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamar Wilkerson | 18.8 | – | 48% |
| Tucker DeVries | 17.8 | 6.5 | – |
| Sam Alexis | 12.3 | – | – |
| Tayton Conerway | 12.0 | – | – |
| Reed Bailey | 11.8 | – | – |
The balanced scoring provides Indiana flexibility across four games played. No single player dominates the offense, creating matchup advantages throughout games.
Lindenwood Brings Test with Nonconference Challenge
Lindenwood sits at 2-3 heading into Assembly Hall. The Lions lost 74-65 to Alabama A&M on Nov. 17 after beating Charleston Southern 83-77 earlier.
Jadis Jones leads Lindenwood with 17.3 points per game. Forwards Dontrez Williams (12.7 ppg) and Milos Nenadic (12.4) round out top scorers. Coach Kyle Gerdeman views this schedule as valuable preparation.
“We just challenge our guys to play every possession well,” Gerdeman stated about the nonconference slate. The Lions join the Ohio Valley Conference and seek road experience early on.
What Stands Out About This Matchup?
- Indiana defense improvement matters significantly vs. a talented Lindenwood squad.
- DeVries emphasizes “spirited, physical, tough-minded” basketball for a full 40 minutes.
- Assembly Hall provides home-court advantage for the undefeated Hoosiers.
- Lindenwood brings a quick three-point shooting team (previous 30.1% from deep).
- Both teams seek momentum before conference play begins next month.
Can Indiana Extend Perfect Start Against Quality Nonconference Opponent?
Indiana’s 4-0 start places the Hoosiers squarely in college basketball conversation. However, defensive lapses in the Incarnate Word win suggest room for improvement before tougher Big Ten competition arrives.
Coach DeVries enters his inaugural season with high expectations. The veteran coach brings experience and leadership to a resurgent program. Will Indiana continue its undefeated run, or does Lindenwood’s nonconference experience create problems for this talented Hoosiers squad?
Sources
- The Sports Leader – Indiana players and coaching staff quotes and analysis
- ESPN – Game schedule, statistics, and team information
- The Daily Hoosier – Darian DeVries coaching information and rankings
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