Men’s Basketball: Week in Review as Big Ten Matchups Begin

The Nittany Lions tipped off their Big Ten schedule this week, facing Indiana and #9 Michigan State. Prior to conference play, the Lions were sizzling, going 8-1 and coming off a dominant defensive showing against Campbell. Led by Kayden Mingo and Freddie Dilione V, the team’s efficient pacing and backcourt pressure appeared to be a recipe for early-season success. With Big Ten showdowns on the horizon, Penn State will have to raise the bar even higher if they want to make some serious noise this year. A youth renaissance gives them the potential to play spoiler for many teams, and the Lions fit that mold perfectly. Let’s take a deep dive into how the Nittany Lions fared this week: