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IU Indy Jaguars men's basketball, Xavier Musketeers men's basketball, Basketball
IU and Xavier Men's Basketball to Battle
Historic Rivalry Renewed
The highly anticipated matchup between the Indiana University (IU) Indy Jaguars and the Xavier University Musketeers men's basketball teams is set to take place on December 10th, 2023, at the Cintas Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. This clash marks the renewal of a historic rivalry that dates back several years.
A Rivalry Reborn
The rivalry between IU and Xavier was once one of the most intense in college basketball. However, it went dormant for a few years due to scheduling conflicts.
The renewal of this rivalry is a welcome development for fans of both teams and college basketball as a whole.
Key Players to Watch
IU will be led by the 2023 Horizon League Player of the Year, Jaylen Minnett. He averaged 18.5 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 5.3 assists per game last season.
Xavier will be led by Colby Jones, a 6'6″ forward who averaged 13.4 points and 7.7 rebounds per game last season, and Souley Boum, a 6'3″ guard who averaged 16.1 points and 4.6 assists per game.
Game Preview
The game is expected to be a close and competitive one. Both teams have a lot of talent and experience.
IU will be looking to avenge last season's loss to Xavier. The Jaguars lost 88-73 in that game.
Xavier will be looking to extend its winning streak against IU to three games.
Keys to the Game
The keys to the game will be:
- Who can control the tempo of the game
- Who can make shots from beyond the arc
- Who can get to the free-throw line
The game is expected to be a sellout, so fans are encouraged to purchase tickets early.