INDIANAPOLIS – The IU Indy Jaguars put together a gritty, physical battle but ultimately fell just short in a 76–71 loss to Robert Morris on Sunday afternoon at The Jungle. The game featured 13 ties and 23 lead changes, with the outcome not decided until the final seconds. Hailey Smith led the Jags with 17 points.
 
IU Indy came out aggressive, attacking in transition and generating early looks in the paint. The Jaguars traded baskets throughout the opening period and forced multiple turnovers, but Robert Morris closed the quarter on a small run to take a 17–15 edge after one.
 
The Jaguars found an offensive rhythm in the second, knocking down timely shots and getting to the free-throw line. IU Indy outscored Robert Morris 18–15 in the quarter, taking a narrow 33–32 lead into halftime.
 
Both teams turned up the intensity coming out of the break. IU Indy continued to battle inside and capitalized at the foul line, but Robert Morris matched each push, tying the game at 54-54 heading into the final quarter.
 
The fourth quarter was tightly contested from start to finish. IU Indy grabbed several late leads and tied the game at 71 with just over a minute remaining, but Robert Morris converted key free throws down the stretch. Despite multiple defensive stops and a final push, the Jaguars were unable to close the gap in the final seconds.
 
Hailey Smith led IU Indy with 17 points while also contributing five rebounds and five steals, anchoring the Jaguars on both ends of the floor. Nevaeh Foster added 13 points and four rebounds, while Olivia Smith chipped in 11 points and five steals. Off the bench, Sydney Bolden sparked the offense with 14 points, including three three-pointers, and helped keep the Jaguars within striking distance late.
 
IU Indy falls to 8-13 on the season with a 4-8 mark in Horizon League play. They will next host Cleveland State on Wednesday, February 4.