Indiana basketball tops North Carolina in exhibition game 76-58
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Indiana defeated North Carolina 76-58 in a high-profile exhibition game held in Indianapolis on October 15, 2026. Bryce Lindsay was a standout performer off the bench with 26 points, playing a crucial role while starter Markus Burton faced foul trouble. Indiana showcased strong rebounding, outpacing the Tar Heels 53-31, an area of focus for first-year coach Darian DeVries. The Hoosiers maintained a consistent nine-man rotation during the game, suggesting early stability in team strategy ahead of the season.
- •Indiana scored 76 points, compared to North Carolina's 58.
- •Bryce Lindsay contributed 26 points and four 3-pointers off the bench.
- •The Hoosiers dominated the boards with a 53-31 rebounding advantage.
- •A nine-man rotation was consistently used throughout the game.
- •The game took place on October 15, 2026, in Indianapolis.
- 11:07 PMYahoo Sports — 3 things that stood out from Indiana basketball's win vs North Carolina in exhibition game
"The Hoosiers stormed out to a big lead in the second half against the Tar Heels, and never looked back. Here's what stood out from the battle top brands.
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