In a thrilling college football showdown, Michigan emerges as the dominant force against Indiana. Danny Wolf’s impressive performance with 20 points and nine rebounds propels the No. 24 Michigan team to a hard-fought 70-67 victory over Indiana in Bloomington, Indiana. Vladislav Goldin and Tre Donaldson also shine, contributing 18 points each to Michigan’s triumph. With this win, Michigan (18-5, 10-2) secures their third consecutive victory and remains just a half-game behind the league-leading Purdue, setting the stage for an exciting faceoff with the No. 7 Boilermakers in Ann Arbor, Michigan on Tuesday.
On the opposing side, Malik Reneau delivers 16 points and Mackenzie Mgbako adds 15 points for Indiana (14-10, 5-8), despite their fifth consecutive loss. The Hoosiers shoot 41.7 percent from the field and 31.6 percent from beyond the arc.
Michigan takes control in the final minutes of the game, establishing a lead of 66-61 with 1:25 left on the clock following a crucial three-point play by Wolf. Indiana fights back, narrowing the gap to 66-63 with 1:01 remaining. In a tense moment, Indiana misses a critical three-pointer, allowing Michigan to secure possession and extend their lead through successful free throws by Donaldson and Wolf.
In a final display of determination, Michigan’s solid defense and strategic plays ensure a 70-67 victory, with Indiana’s last-second shot falling short. The game sees multiple lead changes and momentum swings, with Michigan holding a significant 43-27 advantage at halftime. The Wolverines maintain their composure, shooting 44.4 percent from the field and 23.8 percent from long range, ultimately emerging victorious in a hard-fought battle on the basketball court.
