Indiana University will host Ohio State University in a men’s basketball game on Saturday, March 8, 2025. The game is scheduled to tip off at 3:45 p.m. Eastern Time at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall in Bloomington, Indiana. Fans can watch the game live on CBS.
Game Preview:
Both teams enter this matchup with identical Big Ten records of 9-10, making this game crucial for their NCAA Tournament aspirations. The winner will secure the No. 9 seed in the Big Ten Tournament, earning a first-round bye, while the loser will fall to the No. 10 seed and face an earlier tournament start.
In their previous encounter on January 17, 2025, Indiana edged out Ohio State in a thrilling overtime victory, 77-76. The Hoosiers led by 10 points with five minutes remaining in regulation, but Ohio State’s John Mobley Jr. hit a three-pointer in the final minute to force overtime. Indiana’s Luke Goode secured the win with a clutch three-pointer in the extra period.
Expert Prediction:
Zach Osterman of the Indianapolis Star predicts a narrow victory for Indiana, forecasting a 68-65 outcome in favor of the Hoosiers. He notes that a win on Saturday would likely cement Indiana’s spot in the NCAA Tournament, whereas a loss would necessitate a strong performance in the Big Ten Tournament.
How to Watch:
- TV: CBS
- Streaming: Paramount+ (regional restrictions may apply)
- Radio: 105.1 FM in Bloomington, 93.1 FM in Indianapolis, SiriusXM channel 380, and the Varsity Network
Tickets for the game are available on StubHub, with prices starting at $145.
For a detailed game preview and additional insights, you can watch the following video: