“Indiana Frontcourt Dominates, Overpowers Minnesota in Commanding Victory”

Minnesota struggled to contain Indiana’s imposing frontcourt trio of Oumar Ballo, Malik Reneau, and Mackenzie Mgbako, who combined for 47 points on 17-of-27 shooting in the Hoosiers’ 82-67 victory.

Despite Dawson Garcia’s strong performance with 22 points for Minnesota, the Golden Gophers had no answers for Indiana’s dominance in the paint. Ballo, Reneau, and Mgbako powered Indiana to a 42-point advantage inside, helping the Hoosiers control the game with a 35-22 rebound margin. The victory marked a strong start for Indiana in Big Ten play.