**Lamar Wilkerson Shatters Records in Indiana’s Dominant Win Over Penn State**
Indiana University showcased an impressive performance on Tuesday, defeating Penn State 113-72, marking their fourth game of the season scoring over 100 points. Senior transfer Lamar Wilkerson led the charge with a career-high 44 points, demonstrating remarkable efficiency by shooting 16-for-22 from the field and 10-for-15 from three-point range, while also contributing four assists and four rebounds.
Wilkerson’s ten three-pointers not only set a new single-game record for Indiana but also established a new benchmark for the Assembly Hall. He was supported by Reed Bailey, who added 18 points, Tayto Conerway with 17, Nick Dorn contributing 13, and Tucker Devries scoring 12, all helping the Hoosiers improve to 8-2 overall and 1-1 in the Big Ten.
Conor Enright led the team with eight assists, while Trent Sisley secured eight rebounds. After Penn State opened the scoring, Wilkerson quickly put Indiana ahead with his first three-pointer, and the Hoosiers maintained their lead throughout the game, heading into halftime with a commanding 58-26 advantage. They extended their lead to as much as 49 points in the second half.
Kayden Mingo was the standout for the Nittany Lions, scoring 19 points on 6-of-11 shooting. Indiana’s shooting was exceptional, hitting 69% from the field and 55% from beyond the arc, with their 17 three-pointers tying for the third-most in program history.
Looking ahead, Indiana will face Kentucky, while Penn State is set to take on No. 9 Michigan State on Saturday.
**FAQ**
*What records did Lamar Wilkerson set during the game?*
Lamar Wilkerson set a new single-game record for Indiana with 10 three-pointers and scored a career-high 44 points, establishing a new record for Assembly Hall.
