Indiana vs. Northwestern basketball, how to watch, odds, injuries, and series history

The Hoosiers could get their star shooter back on the court against Northwestern.

Jan 17, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Indiana Hoosiers guard Kanaan Carlyle (9) dribbles the ball as Ohio State Buckeyes guard Ques Glover (6) defends during the first half at Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
Jan 17, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Indiana Hoosiers guard Kanaan Carlyle (9) dribbles the ball as Ohio State Buckeyes guard Ques Glover (6) defends during the first half at Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images | Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

The Indiana Hoosiers got back on track against Ohio State with a clutch overtime win to get them back in the win column in Big Ten play. The Hoosiers are hopefully getting some good news in their next matchup against Northwestern, as their leading scorer, Malik Reneau, could potentially make his return to the court for the first time in almost three weeks.

This is a very favorable matchup for Indiana to get on a roll after the Ohio State win, as Indiana has historically performed very well against Northwestern. The Hoosiers lead the series 119-57, which means that Indiana knows how to beat this team.

This is a must-win game for the Hoosiers, as ESPN bracketologist Joe Lunardi recently released his latest NCAA Tournament prediction, putting Indiana as the last team to make it in. Indiana has had an up-and-down season with some big wins but also some losses that could have easily been avoided. Getting on a win streak would make the Hoosier more comfortable when it comes to the NCAA Tournament.

How to watch Indiana vs. Northwestern basketball

  • Date: Wednesday, January 22
  • Time: 7:00 p.m. EST
  • Venue: Welsh-Ryan Arena
  • How to watch (TV): Big Ten Network
  • Streaming: FuboTV
  • Northwestern record: 11-7
  • Indiana record: 14-5

Indiana vs. Northwestern odds, spread, and total

Odds provided by FanDuel Sportsbook

Spread

  • Northwestern: -4.5 (-110)
  • Indiana: +4.5 (-110)

Moneyline

  • Northwestern: -196
  • Indiana: +162

Total

  • O/U 141.5 (-115/-105)

Northwestern injuries

  • Luke Hunger: questionable

Indiana injuries

  • Malike Reneau: questionable
  • Bryson Tucker: questionable

Indiana and Northwestern series history

Indiana's all-time record vs. Northwestern: 119-57

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