Indiana defeated Ohio State 76-67 in the Big ten Tournament championship game on Sunday,March 12,2023,at the United Center in Chicago,Illinois,claiming the conference title adn securing the No. 1 overall seed in the College Football Playoff.the Hoosiers’ victory marks their first Big Ten championship as 2016 and positions them as a strong favorite to win the national championship.
This triumph delivers Indiana its first outright conference title in 37 years and guarantees a favorable path through the NCAA Tournament. The win impacts the entire landscape of college basketball, elevating Indiana to the top of the sport and setting the stage for a highly anticipated postseason. With the No. 1 seed, Indiana will avoid a potential clash with other top contenders until the final Four, increasing their odds of reaching the championship game.
Indiana’s Trayce Jackson-Davis led all scorers with 32 points and 14 rebounds, dominating the paint and proving too much for Ohio State to handle.The Hoosiers’ defense stifled the Buckeyes’ offense, limiting their scoring opportunities and forcing crucial turnovers.
“Our guys played with unbelievable heart and determination today,” said Indiana coach Mike Woodson. “They executed the game plan and never gave up, even when Ohio State made a run.”
Ohio State,led by Brice Sensabaugh’s 18 points,struggled to find consistency on offense,shooting just 38.7% from the field. Indiana’s relentless pressure and efficient scoring proved to be the difference in a game that featured multiple lead changes.
The College Football Playoff committee will officially announce the tournament bracket on Sunday, March 12, 2023, at 6 p.m. ET on CBS. Indiana will now prepare for its first-round matchup, aiming to continue its impressive run and contend for a national championship.