DETROIT — In an exciting matchup on Wednesday night, IU Indianapolis emerged victorious over Detroit Mercy with a score of 80-71, thanks in part to a standout performance from Paul Zilinskas, who netted 28 points.

Zilinskas showcased his shooting skills by hitting 9 of 15 attempts from the field, including an impressive 5 for 8 from beyond the arc. He also maintained a perfect record from the free-throw line, sinking all five attempts. Contributing significantly to the team’s effort, Jarvis Walker added 20 points on 6 of 15 shooting, with a notable 3 for 4 from three-point range, and he managed to acquire three steals during the game. Additionally, Alec Millender made a strong impact by scoring 16 points, hitting 6 of 7 shots overall and 2 of 3 from three-point territory.

On the other side, Orlando Lovejoy led the Titans with a solid performance, finishing the night with 22 points, along with nine rebounds and four assists. Teammates TJ Nadeau and Nate Johnson contributed 16 and 13 points, respectively, but it wasn’t enough to clinch the victory.

Looking ahead, IU Indianapolis is set to face Northern Kentucky in an away game this Sunday, while Detroit Mercy will host Cleveland State on Friday, seeking to bounce back after their recent loss.