In a thrilling Big Ten Tournament second-round game on Thursday night, broadcasted on BTN, Indiana secured a narrow victory over Penn State with a final score of 61-59. The game, marked by intense competition and critical plays, was decided in the final seconds. Indiana's Anthony Leal emerged as the hero, delivering a game-winning tip with just 5 seconds left on the clock. This victory propels Indiana, now with a 19-13 record, into the semifinals against Nebraska, holding a 22-9 record. Throughout the game, both teams faced challenges, with key players from Penn State, including Qudus Wahab and Nick Kern Jr., fouling out. The match was closely contested, with the score tied at 59-all with just 24.3 seconds remaining before Leal's decisive play. Indiana's performance in this game extends their winning streak and sets the stage for their next challenge in the tournament.
Insider from last night on Anthony Leal's heroics, the heaviness he has walked with these last days and the catharsis of wrapping oneself the support of teammates then lifting them to one of their most memorable wins of the season: https://t.co/XjUB9liDC3 #iubb
All of a sudden IU can't lose, and Mike Woodson can't keep #iubb senior Anthony Leal off the court. The two redemption stories merged last night against Penn State in the Big Ten Tournament, where Leal donned his cape to win another game. https://t.co/G4vc5GBjCr
Anthony Leal went into the Big Ten tournament with the heaviest of hearts, then beat Penn State in the final seconds. Our #iubb insider @ZachOsterman was at the Target Center last night and met Leal outside the locker room for this emotional story. https://t.co/XhyCOuLLdb
If his game-winning putback with five seconds left gave Indiana fans at least one memorable March moment Thursday, Anthony Leal’s heroics also provided him some badly needed catharsis. He's played these last few days with a heavy heart: https://t.co/XjUB9liDC3 #iubb
Post with @IndianaMBB Anthony Leal after his putback put the Hoosiers into the @B1GMBBall quarterfinals against @HuskerMBB on @BigTenNetwork: https://t.co/yIznACebt9
It's a bird, it's a plane ... no, it's IU senior Anthony Leal! Again! Incredible comeback story of #iubb senior and his hometown team continues in win against Penn State at Big Ten Tournament. https://t.co/G4vc5GBjCr
In a joyous lockerroom after Indiana’s 61-59 Big Ten Tournament win, IU players discussed Anthony Leal’s game-winner, IU’s 5-game winning streak and more. Hear from Kel’el Ware, Malik Reneau, Mackenzie Mgbako, Xavier Johnson & Gabe Cupps. #iubb https://t.co/gr8RoNIfQO
“I’m not a hero. We’ve got some real heroes in this world, and I’m not one of them. But I do get to play the game I love for the school I love.” — Indiana’s Anthony Leal after his game-winning score against Penn State in the Big Ten Tournament. #iubb https://t.co/s3K01QXAVJ
"We've got a mindset of revenge for these next few games... We're not done yet." Anthony Leal joined @TheAndyKatz after playing Putback Hero for @IndianaMBB in the #B1GMBBT: https://t.co/W3rU982TIr
Woodson on Anthony Leal: "He’s come in and given us a helluva lift. Tonight, he hits the biggest shot of his college career. That’s beautiful for him." #iubb
The putback that sealed the deal for @IndianaMBB! 🙌 📍Cliffs Play of the Game x #B1GMBBT https://t.co/VDjC5qLsUp
The putback that sealed the deal for @IndianaMBB! 🙌 📍Cliffs Play of the Game https://t.co/yeNmfYiqQT
#iubb advances in #B1GMBBT tournament as Anthony Leal layup in final seconds beats Penn State https://t.co/BAvZVnLyk3
Indiana’s Anthony Leal. Hit a game-winner in the Big Ten Tournament, walk calmly to the locker room. #iubb https://t.co/fMygOXSAwE
A WIN FOR INDIANA! 🔥 @IndianaMBB https://t.co/aYfgVTWs4G
IU senior Anthony Leal had his moment earlier vs. Iowa BUT HE HAD JUST HAD A BIGGER ONE TO BEAT PENN STATE #columncoming
FINAL | What an ending here in Minneapolis. Indiana's Anthony Leal gets one to go with 5 seconds left to break the tie with Penn State and PSU's last look is no good. FINAL: Indiana 61, Penn State 59 Indiana advances to play Nebraska in the quarterfinals.
Final, Big Ten tournament 2nd round: Indiana 61, Penn Sate 59. #iubb Anthony Leal game-winning tip with 5 seconds to play. IU (19-13) vs. Nebraska (22-9) in Friday's semifinals. Join the postgame conversation: https://t.co/x6sfiei7mz https://t.co/dQReDhTrAe
Mike Woodson calls a timeout with Penn State and Indiana squared at 59-59 and 24 seconds to play. Ace Baldwin Jr. had a chance to take the lead but couldn’t sink the floater.
Timeout Indiana. Hoosiers and Nittany Lions tied at 59-apiece, 24.3 seconds left. Another 21 on the shot clock. Contentions call on the prior possession, as Ace Baldwin tied Xavier Johnson up and the IU bench (and crowd) wanted a foul. #iubb
CLUTCH! 😱 @IndianaMBB https://t.co/6f1sfy2nGL
Qudus Wahab fouls out for Penn State. #iubb
Penn State narrowly trails Indiana 55-53 with 3:56 to play. Nick Kern Jr. has fouled out. Qudus Wahab and Puff Johnson each have four fouls.
Indiana (18-13) vs. Penn State (16-16) in the Big Ten Tournament second round on Thursday night (BTN). #iubb PSU beat Michigan in the first round, 66-57. PSU’s Zach Hicks 6-11 from 3. Regular season: Feb. 3: Penn State 85, Indiana 71 Feb. 24: Penn State 83, Indiana 74 https://t.co/4T2MuL7Wal
Indiana (18-13) vs. Penn State (16-16) in the Big Ten Tournament second round on Thursday night (BTN). #iubb PSU beat Michigan in the first round, 66-57. PSU’s Zach Hicks 6-11 from 3. Regular season: Feb. 3: Penn State 85, Indiana 71 Feb. 24: Penn State 84, Indiana 74 https://t.co/aTMA5E1kR8