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Indiana Defeats South Carolina 87-71 - Recap

Myles Rice scored 23 points leading Indiana to a 87-71 victory over South Carolina at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on Saturday.

Indiana was a -8.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Indiana got 17 points from Mackenzie Mgbako and another 13 points from Malik Reneau. Myles Rice contributed 3 assists, while Oumar Ballo cleaned the glass with 13 rebounds.

South Carolina got a 18-point performance from Morris Ugusuk, who was supported by 13 points from Jamarii Thomas. Jamarii Thomas had 4 assists in a losing cause for South Carolina, while Nick Pringle grabbed 11 rebounds.

Indiana was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored Indiana as they grabbed 34 boards, while South Carolina only had 30

Indiana looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the UNC Greensboro. South Carolina will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Mercer.