Indiana Hoosiers Fall to Harvard in Overtime: 27 Turnovers Kill

27 Turnovers Sink Indiana Hoosiers in Overtime Loss to Harvard

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Turnovers proved to be the undoing of the Indiana Hoosiers (9-6) on Saturday afternoon, as they fell to the Harvard Crimson (10-5) in overtime by a score of 88-86.

Crimson's Defense Stifles Hoosier Offense

The Hoosiers committed a staggering 27 turnovers in the contest, which Harvard capitalized on for 32 points.

Indiana's offense struggled to find a rhythm throughout the game, shooting just 39.7% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range.

Indiana's Turnovers Prove Costly

The Hoosiers committed 10 turnovers in the first half alone, allowing Harvard to take a 40-34 lead into the break.

Indiana managed to rally in the second half and force overtime, but they ultimately couldn't overcome their turnover woes.

Hoosiers Look to Bounce Back

The loss is a setback for the Hoosiers, who had won three straight games coming into the contest.

Indiana will look to bounce back when they host the Purdue Boilermakers on Tuesday, December 20.

Key Stats

• Indiana committed 27 turnovers, leading to 32 Harvard points.
• Indiana shot 39.7% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range.
• Harvard's Chris Lewis led all scorers with 25 points.

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