Indiana Hoosiers Face Marquette Golden Eagles in Chicago Showdown

CHICAGO, IL — The Indiana Hoosiers faced off against the Marquette Golden Eagles today, Nov. 9, at the United Center, marking a significant early-season battle between the teams. With both squads entering the game with winning records, excitement filled the arena.

As the game progressed, Tucker DeVries stood out for the Hoosiers, scoring 16 points and demonstrating impressive shooting accuracy. The Hoosiers capitalized on Marquette’s six turnovers, earning seven points from those mistakes. Meanwhile, the Golden Eagles, despite a slow start, found themselves in the double bonus, indicating a focus on drawing fouls and aggressive play underneath the basket.

“Marquette has had one more game to tune up for this matchup, and Shaka Smart’s teams often start the season strong,” said Michael Niziolek from the Herald-Times. “However, Indiana has more experience and has had time to gel.”

At the 7:54 mark of the first half, Indiana led 30-27. The Golden Eagles found success at the free-throw line, hitting four straight shots early in the game. Chase Ross and Ben Gold led Marquette’s scoring, combining for 15 points early on.

The first quarter featured a poor shooting display from both sides, with Indiana and Marquette combining for just 1-of-8 from the field initially. Yet, DeVries’s first three-pointer of the game provided the Hoosiers with the spark they needed.

In their previous game, Indiana convincingly defeated Alabama A&M 98-51, showcasing the depth of their roster, with five players reaching double figures. DeVries, who previously played at Drake and West Virginia, reached the 2,000-point career milestone in that game.

The contest tips off at 1 p.m. ET, and fans are eager to see how the Hoosiers perform against formidable competition. With the stakes high, Indiana is looking to translate their preparation and offensive firepower into a victory today.