Olivia Olson’s explosive 27-point surge ignites No. 9 Michigan’s dominating 95-67 rout of Indiana—what sparked the unstoppable streak?

Sometimes, a game just hits you right in the feels—and that’s exactly what unfolded Thursday night in Bloomington. Watching Olivia Olson drop a season-best 27 points while Mila Holloway chipped in 17 was like witnessing Michigan synthesize pure skill with relentless swagger. The No. 9 Wolverines didn’t just win; they dominated Indiana 95-67, snapping a decade-long drought in the Hoosiers’ own backyard. With a sharp 51.5% shooting clip and a sizable 37-25 edge on the boards, Michigan’s performance screamed control and confidence. Honestly, the way they turned turnovers into points—especially with Syla Swords racking up five steals—showcased that tenacity we all crave in sports narratives. Indiana’s struggle to stay afloat, even with star Shay Ciezki fouling out, made it clear the tide had irrevocably shifted. If you’re into fierce rivalries and gritty basketball drama rolling into the weekend’s rematch frenzy, this game sets the table perfectly. LEARN MORE

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Olivia Olson scored a season-high 27 points and Mila Holloway added 17 to help No. 9 Michigan beat Indiana 95-67 on Thursday night.

The Wolverines (18-3, 9-1 Big Ten) have won seven of their last eight, including three straight since their only conference loss. They shot 51.5% from the field and outrebounded the Hoosiers 37-25 to earn their first win in Bloomington since February 2014.

Michigan’s relentless defensive pressure caused all sorts of problems for the Hoosiers. The Wolverines, led by Syla Swords’ career-high five steals, converted 23 Indiana turnovers into 34 points.

Shay Ciezki entered the game with a league-leading scoring average of 23.6 points, but fouled out midway through the fourth quarter with 13 points. Maya Makalusky had 17 to lead Indiana (11-11, 0-10), which has lost nine straight and finished its January schedule 0-8.

It didn’t take the Wolverines long to assert themselves in a contest in which they never trailed.

Michigan opened the game on a 12-3 run and used an 8-0 spurt midway through the second quarter to extend the margin to 40-20.

Even when it looked as if Indiana could get back in the game after cutting the deficit to 42-31 late in the first half, the Wolverines answered. They scored the final five points of the first half to build a 49-31 cushion.

The Hoosiers couldn’t get closer than 14 points the rest of the game.