As redshirt sophomore guard Myles Rice turned to an official and called timeout, Indiana men’s basketball’s huddle reflected the somberness fit for a 19-point second-half deficit. Across the halfcourt line, Iowa’s huddle appeared rejuvenated, instilled with life by a noisy, two-thirds full crowd.

Indiana’s reserves brought the team back from a 23-13 deficit midway through the first half. The Hoosiers even took a brief lead after Bryson Tucker threw down a fastbreak dunk with 8:03 to go in the half that punctuated a 13-0 run.

IOWA CITY — Iowa men’s basketball put on one its most complete performances against high major competition of the season on Saturday. Iowa dominated Indiana 85-60 in a Big Ten clash.

Iowa improved to 12-4 (3-2 Big Ten) with a resounding 85-60 win over the Indiana Hoosiers (13-4, 4-2 Big Ten). The Hawkeyes shot 54% on the night while limiting Indiana to just 41

Indiana men’s basketball will be grateful for all the momentum its built over the last three conference games as it heads to Iowa City for the beginning of a stretch that could make or break the season.