Published: January 13, 2026
The Indiana Hoosiers (12–4, 3–2 Big Ten) head to East Lansing for a major conference test against the No. 12 Michigan State Spartans (14–2, 4–1 Big Ten). The Big Ten clash tips off later today and carries implications for conference positioning as January play intensifies.
Indiana vs Michigan State: Date, time (USA), odds
- Date (USA): Tuesday, January 13, 2026
- Tip-off time (USA): 7:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM CT / 5:00 PM MT / 4:00 PM PT
- Venue: Breslin Center, East Lansing, Michigan
- How to watch: Streaming on Peacock
- Odds: Michigan State -7.5
- Over/Under: 144.5
The game is scheduled for 5:30 AM IST on Wednesday, January 14, which corresponds to the Tuesday evening slate in the United States.
What happened last time out
Indiana enters the matchup after a narrow loss to Nebraska, despite a standout scoring performance from Lamar Wilkerson, who poured in 32 points. The Hoosiers remain one of the Big Ten’s more efficient offensive teams but face a difficult environment on the road.
Michigan State has been particularly strong at home this season, using defensive discipline and rebounding to control tempo and limit second-chance opportunities for opponents.
Key players to watch
- Indiana: Lamar Wilkerson and Tucker DeVries
- Michigan State: Jaxon Kohler and Jeremy Fears Jr.
Prediction
Prediction: Michigan State’s home-court edge and rebounding strength give the Spartans a clear advantage, though Indiana’s scoring ability should keep the contest competitive deep into the second half.
Projected score: Michigan State 78, Indiana 72
Note: Tip-off times are listed for U.S. audiences. International viewers should adjust accordingly.
