Indiana's Xavier Johnson Plays, Hoosiers Defeated 77-57 by UConn; Newton Leads Victory

Indiana's starting point guard, Xavier Johnson, was expected to play against No. 5 UConn in the Empire Classic. Despite Johnson's participation, Indiana was defeated 77-57 by UConn. The Hoosiers, now 3-1, will face the loser of Texas-Louisville in the third-place game of the Empire Classic. UConn's victory was led by Newton's 21 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists.