San Juan, Puerto Rico – August 6, 2025
Indiana University’s men’s basketball team made a strong statement in their first game of the Puerto Rico foreign tour, cruising to a commanding 98–47 victory over Universidad de Bayamón. The Hoosiers displayed a balanced attack fueled by relentless defense, sharp ball movement, and a deep, energetic bench that left no doubt about their readiness heading into the season.

Bench Stars Shine Bright

Freshman forward Trent Sisley led the scoring charge with an impressive 21 points, lighting up the floor in his collegiate debut. Sisley’s smooth shooting and aggressive drives set the tone early and kept the momentum flowing. Supporting him was Josh Harris, who recorded a solid double-double with 13 points and 10 rebounds. Veteran presence on the boards came from Sam Alexis, who dominated with 12 rebounds, while Reed Bailey and Lamar Wilkerson also reached double figures in scoring. The bench outpaced Bayamón’s entire team, outscoring them 56 to 25, showcasing Indiana’s depth and readiness to share the load.

Hoosiers Control the Glass and Pace

Indiana owned the rebounding battle, outgrabbing Bayamón 60 to 34, including 18 offensive boards that led to numerous second-chance points. Their defensive pressure forced 18 turnovers, which the Hoosiers converted into a dominant 31–5 advantage in fast-break points. With crisp ball movement resulting in 32 assists and relentless energy producing 14 steals, Indiana’s team-first mentality was on full display throughout the contest.




Coach DeVries Highlights Growth and Execution

Head coach Darian DeVries was pleased with how his team translated preseason work into game action. “Even though it’s an exhibition, we wanted to live what we’ve been working on—passing the ball, team unity, defense. Once we settled in defensively, everything else followed,” DeVries said. The emphasis on unselfish play and defensive focus was evident as the Hoosiers controlled every aspect of the game.

Next Up: Testing Against Pro-Level Competition

While the blowout victory was an encouraging start, tougher challenges lie ahead. Indiana will face Serbian professional club Mega Superbet in their upcoming exhibition games, providing a much-needed test for the team’s developing chemistry and skill as they prepare for the college season.

Quick Stats Snapshot

  • Final Score: Indiana 98, Universidad de Bayamón 47

  • Leading Scorer: Trent Sisley (21 points)

  • Key Performers: Josh Harris (13 points, 10 rebounds), Sam Alexis (12 rebounds), Reed Bailey, Lamar Wilkerson

  • Team Strengths: Bench scoring, rebounding dominance, defensive pressure, transition offense, ball movement

  • Coach’s Focus: Defensive cohesion, unselfish play, execution

Indiana’s commanding win over Universidad de Bayamón highlights a team ready to compete at a high level this season — aggressive on defense, deep in talent, and united in purpose. The coming matchups will provide a clearer picture of how far this Hoosier squad has come and where they can go.