Indiana vs Lindenwood: Hoosiers Aim to Extend Undefeated Streak

Indiana Hoosiers Prepare for Non-Conference Test Against Lindenwood Lions

The No. 25 Indiana Hoosiers (4-0) look to continue their perfect start to the 2025-26 season when they host the Lindenwood Lions (2-3) at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on Thursday, November 20. Tipoff is set for 6:00 PM ET, with the game airing on the Big Ten Network and streaming on Fox Sports.

Game Day Essentials: Key Matchup Details

Indiana enters the contest as a 34.5-point favorite, with KenPom projecting an 91-62 victory. The Hoosiers are coming off a 94-75 win over Incarnate Word, where Sam Alexis led the scoring with 16 points. Notably, Indiana has seen a different player lead in scoring during each of its first four games: Reed Bailey (21 points vs. Alabama A&M), Tucker DeVries (27 vs. Marquette), Lamar Wilkerson (24 vs. Milwaukee), and Alexis.

"The risk you accept with a team that shoots 3s at a high volume is the risk Indiana took Sunday against Incarnate Word. Variance says sometimes those shots don't go in... But history tells us those will be few and far between for this team."
— Zach Osterman, IndyStar

Lindenwood Lions: Season Overview

The Lions, in their seventh season under head coach Kyle Gerdeman, are transitioning from Division II to Division I. Despite a 2-3 record, Lindenwood has shown flashes of competitiveness, notably with an 83-77 overtime win against Charleston Southern. Key contributors include:

• Jadis Jones: Reigning OVC Freshman of the Year, leads the Ohio Valley Conference in field goal percentage (82.4%) and averages 17.3 points per game.
• Milos Nenadic: Transfer from Maine, team's rebounding leader (7.4 RPG) and second-leading scorer (12.4 PPG).
• Dontrez Williams: WAC All-Freshman transfer, averaging 12.7 points per game.

However, Lindenwood struggles offensively, ranking 346th nationally in offensive efficiency (44.7% eFG%, 24.7% 3PT%). Their defense ranks 276th, allowing opponents to shoot 57.1% on effective field goals.

Common Opponent Insight

Both teams faced Alabama A&M earlier this month, offering a clear performance contrast: Indiana dominated with a 98-51 victory, while Lindenwood fell 74-65. This disparity underscores the Hoosiers' significant advantage in talent and efficiency.

What to Watch For

Indiana's balanced attack could test Lindenwood's porous defense, which ranks 319th in opponent eFG%. Meanwhile, the Lions' inside focus (55.5% of points from two-pointers) might exploit Indiana's occasional defensive lapses. Expect coach Mike Woodson to emphasize ball movement against Lindenwood's 20.7% turnover rate (297th nationally).

Expert Predictions

Analysts anticipate a comfortable Hoosier victory. Osterman projects a 101-65 IU win, while The Daily Hoosier predicts a 95-60 outcome. Both forecasts align with Indiana's dominant performances against lower-conference opponents this season.

Indiana's Tucker DeVries drives against Marquette earlier this season. The Hoosiers have seen balanced scoring with a different player leading in scoring each game.

How to Watch

• TV: BTN (Jeff Levering, Shon Morris)
• Radio: IU Radio Network (105.1 FM Bloomington, 93.1 FM Indianapolis)
• Stream: Fox Sports

Lindenwood's Jadis Jones drives to the basket during a recent game. Jones leads the Lions in scoring and OVC field goal percentage.

Looking Ahead

A win would solidify Indiana's momentum before challenging matchups against Kansas State (Nov. 25) and a road game at Minnesota (Dec. 3). For the Lions, this serves as a crucial opportunity to gain experience against top-tier competition during their Division I transition.