The minute after: Marian

Thoughts on a 78-42 win against the Knights:

The prognosticators liked Indiana to win the league this year based upon how the team looked on paper. With so much of the scoring core back, plenty of experience from key players and the Big Ten’s best defense ready to rock again, it was the safe pick when juxtaposed against a Big Ten in flux and down a bit in terms of top-level talent.

But there was also this: Indiana had two freshmen in Malik Reneau and Jalen Hood-Schifino that could help tip the scales in its favor even further if they could meet expectations. It’s early to be sure. Marian is no Kansas, no North Carolina, no Illinois or Michigan State. Much bigger tests are to come. Still,…