TERRE HAUTE, Ind. – Indiana State men's basketball looks to snap a three-game skid on Wednesday night, hosting the Redbirds of Illinois State.
Last Time Out
Indiana State men's basketball battled Evansville on Saturday night but came up short in a 72-69 loss inside the Hulman Center.
Ian Scott led the way with a game-high 24 points and 11 rebounds for his fifth double-double of the season.
Camp Wagner finished with 16 points, while
Derek Vorst chipped in 10 points and nine rebounds.
Indiana State allowed their opponent to shoot better than 50% for the fourth time in the last five games (50.0%) compared to the Sycamores shooting 39.4% a season-low 17.9% from three.
Series History
Indiana State and Illinois State are set for their 137th meeting in the history of the two programs, and the second meeting in just about three weeks. The teams are split 5-5 in the last 10 matchups, but the Redbirds have won three of the last four.
Quick Hits
- Ian Scott tied his season high with 24 points, also tying his MVC high and recording his MVC-leading fifth double-double
- Scott also recorded a season high of 11 made field goals and 16 field goals attempted
- This marked his third 20-plus-point double-double
- The 11 made field goals tied for the most in a single game in the MVC this season
- First 20-point game for Indiana State since Scott did it at Illinois State also with 20 points
- First double-double for Indiana State since Scott (24 points, 12 rebounds) and Derek Vorst (17 points, 11 rebounds) each recorded one vs. Bradley on December 18
Game Promotion
Wednesday night is the annual Blackout Cancer game. Fans are encouraged to wear black to for State Dance Marathon in support of Riley Children's Hospital. The night will feature a silent auction, Miracle Minute, and a recognition of Riley's kids and their families.
Up Next
Indiana State will take to the road for the next two games. The Sycamores will head to Murray State on Saturday, January 17 before traveling to Bradley on Wednesday, January 21.
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