JOHNSTOWN, Pa. — Indiana (Pa.) caught fire in the second half Wednesday night, using hot perimeter shooting and balanced scoring to defeat Pitt-Johnstown 88-82 in Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference men's basketball action.

The Crimson Hawks were tied 37-37 at halftime before erupting for 51 second-half points. Strong outside shooting and timely defensive stops allowed IUP to build separation late and secure the road conference victory.

Christian Moore led Indiana with 26 points, knocking down seven 3-pointers. Dallis Dillard added 18 points along with eight rebounds and 10 assists, while Tyler Grove contributed 15 points. Luke Triggs added 10 points off the bench as IUP placed four players in double figures.

Indiana shot efficiently from the field and excelled from beyond the arc, particularly in the second half, helping the Crimson Hawks maintain offensive momentum down the stretch.

Pitt-Johnstown was led by Baden Forup with 24 points and 10 rebounds, with Adam Bilinsky adding 20 points and Cedric Rault scoring 18, but IUP's offensive surge proved decisive.

The win keeps Indiana firmly in the PSAC race as the Crimson Hawks continue to build momentum in conference play.