If there was a way to symbolize Indiana’s imperfect yet much-needed 78-71 road win over Nebraska, it would probably be how the final seven minutes and 36 seconds transpired.
At that mark in the second half, Trayce Jackson-Davis, Indiana’s third team All-American last season, picked up his fourth foul. The centerpiece of Indiana’s success thus far this season headed to the bench. Indiana led by 10. The final stretch wouldn’t be easy to close out without him.
You can look at those final minutes through two different lenses. One of which was concerning and one of which was redeeming.