It took overtime, but the Hoosiers did just that. A defensive stop on the final possession of overtime helped Indiana earn a 77-76 victory at Ohio State – their fourth victory in a row over the Buckeyes. More importantly, it broke that nightmarish two-game losing streak and gave Indiana some positive momentum.
There have been questions at times this season about IU basketball center Oumar Ballo’s weight, conditioning and motor. But on Friday night in Columbus, the 7-footer played 40 minutes and
Indiana forward Luke Goode capped off a career-night with the go-ahead 3-pointer with 1:07 left on the clock in overtime.
Fouls chased him throughout the game, strictly limiting his minutes. Struggled to stay in front of covers all night. Looked good pushing the pace when in the game, just couldn’t stay on the floor. When he did, he made a difference, including an important overtime bucket through contact.
Myles Rice came in to defend Goode with a shove and a few words as the action spilled onto the baseline. IU's Oumar Ballo ran in from the top of the key and gave Ivisic a one-handed shove, sending him toppling over a photographer.
The last two games were rough for Indiana, but the Hoosiers are hoping for a bounce back effort against the Buckeyes.
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Sean Stewart has played Oumar Ballo before. The two will match up more frequently Friday night when Ohio State hosts Indiana.
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Mike Woodson, Luke Goode and Oumar Ballo addressed the media following Indiana's 77-76 overtime win against Ohio State at Value City Arena.