Monday night’s college basketball slate features an intriguing ACC vs. Big Ten matchup as the Syracuse Orange (2-0) take on the Indiana Hoosiers (2-0) in the Bad Boy Mowers Series at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. Tip-off is set for 6:30 p.m. ET, with the Hoosiers playing in their home state despite the game being held at a neutral site.
Both teams have started the 2026-27 season with back-to-back wins, but Monday’s matchup presents a much tougher early-season test for both programs. Continue reading for Syracuse vs. Indiana predictions, picks, and odds ahead of Monday night’s showdown.
Syracuse vs. Indiana Odds
Indiana is listed as the favorite at Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook, with the Hoosiers looking to improve to 3-0 on the season:
Syracuse vs. Indiana Predictions
Both teams have looked impressive through their first two games, so don’t miss the chance to check out the available basketball betting markets at Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook, including our Syracuse vs. Indiana prediction below:
Indiana vs. Syracuse Best Bet: Indiana -5.5 (-110)
Indiana has gotten off to a strong start under head coach Darian DeVries, scoring more than 90 points in each of its first two games. The Hoosiers followed up a 91-57 season-opening win over Eastern Illinois with a convincing 92-69 victory over Bellarmine last Thursday.
Duke transfer Darren Harris led Indiana with a career-high 23 points against Bellarmine, knocking down five three-pointers. Bryce Lindsay added 15 points off the bench, while Aiden Sherrell and Sam Alexis chipped in 12 apiece. The Hoosiers also dominated the offensive glass, outscoring Bellarmine 21-6 in second-chance points.
Syracuse has been equally impressive on the scoreboard, but Indiana’s size and rebounding ability could create problems for the Orange. With the Hoosiers also playing in Indianapolis, where they should have plenty of support in the stands, Indiana could take advantage of the matchup inside and cover the 5.5-point spread.
- Indiana vs. Syracuse Spread Pick for Nov. 9: Indiana -5.5 (-110)
Syracuse vs. Indiana Preview for Bad Boy Mowers Series
Indiana enters Monday’s game averaging 91.5 points through its first two contests, with wins over Eastern Illinois and Bellarmine. The Hoosiers have received strong contributions from several newcomers, including Harris, who is averaging 15 points per game, and Notre Dame transfer Markus Burton, who scored 19 points in the season opener. Indiana will now face its first major-conference opponent of the season.
Syracuse is also undefeated under first-year head coach Gerry McNamara, opening the season with a 74-58 victory over New Haven before blowing out Central Connecticut 102-49 this past Thursday. Siena transfer Gavin Doty led the Orange with 18 points in their most recent win and is averaging a team-high 16 points and 9.0 rebounds per game, the second-most on the team, through two games. Kiyan Anthony, the son of former Syracuse star Carmelo Anthony, has also made an impact, averaging 15.5 points per game.
One notable absence for Syracuse is guard Aiden Tobiason, who has been dealing with a hamstring injury and has been ruled out for Monday’s game. The Orange will need contributions from their other guards against an Indiana team that has shown plenty of offensive firepower early in the season.
There’s also some interesting history between these programs. Syracuse leads the all-time series 6-1 and has won six straight meetings against Indiana, including a 112-110 double-overtime thriller in 2021. The Hoosiers’ lone victory came in the 1987 national championship game, when Keith Smart hit the game-winning shot to give Indiana its fifth title.
Syracuse vs. Indiana Game Info
- š Where: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN
- š Date: Monday, Nov. 9
- ā° Tip-Off: 6:30 PM ET
- šŗš» TV/Streaming: FS1
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