Oumar Ballo addresses part of Indiana basketball fan base

'Death wishes. Death threats.': Oumar Ballo addresses part of Indiana basketball fan base
Here's what the Indiana basketball center says about the frequent negativity from parts of the Hoosiers' fan base.
Oumar Ballo Praises ‘True’ Indiana Fans, Criticizes Those Who Berated Players
Oumar Ballo pulled no punches as described how hard it was for himself and his teammates to battle through the worst criticism from segments of the Indiana men's basketball fanbase.
‘It’s Mentally Draining’ — Oumar Ballo Speaks Out on IU Fans After Big Ten Tournament Loss
Indiana Hoosiers senior transfer Oumar Ballo didn’t hold back after the team’s 72-59 loss to Oregon in the Big Ten Tournament on Thursday. Following a disappointing performance, Ballo took a stand against the toxic backlash he and his teammates have faced from certain Indiana fans throughout the season.
Indiana Basketball Star Claims To Have Gotten Death Threats From Fanbase
The Indiana basketball program struggled in the 2024-25 campaign and will again miss out on the NCAA Tournament. The Hoosiers' season came to an official
Oumar Ballo blasts 'mentally draining' Indiana basketball fans for death threats
Indiana basketball center Oumar Ballo calls out the fans who have sent death threats and reveals it has been "mentally draining."
Indiana men’s basketball’s Oumar Ballo, Malik Reneau earn All-Big Ten honorable mention
Two Hoosiers — sixth-year senior center Oumar Ballo and junior forward Malik Reneau — were named All-Big Ten honorable mention, according to a press release Tuesday. Ballo was voted an honorable mention by both the conference’s coaches and media, while Reneau was voted only by the media.
'Yall want the bag? This comes with it.' Former Pacer David West responds to IU's Oumar Ballo
The retired Indiana Pacers forward says the college basketball landscape has changed, and this is what players should expect.
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Indiana basketball weighed drastic measures to ensure Malik Reneau joined Hoosiers on West Coast trip
Malik Reneau has come off the bench in three of the last four games he's played. Indiana has moved away from playing Malik ...
Shelstad scores 18 as No. 23 Oregon pulls away late to beat Indiana 72-59 in Big Ten Tournament
Jackson Shelstad had 18 points and TJ Bamba scored 17 to help No. 23 Oregon pull away late for a 72-59 victory over Indiana ...
Adam Zucker blames 'gambling results' for threats
CBS Sports Network’s Inside College Basketball addressed the Oumar Ballo situation Friday night, with Adam Zucker and Gary ...
Online threats, harassment affecting college basketball players in NIL era: 'Just leave us alone
Ballo is believed to have been one of the higher-paid players in college basketball this season through NIL after earning All ...
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Indiana center Oumar Ballo pulls back curtain about toxic trait college basketball fans have after Oregon loss
Sulking in dismay, Indiana center Oumar Ballo began to come to the realization his team's season may not be continuing ...
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Indiana vs Oregon Prediction, Picks & Odds for Thursday's Big Ten Tournament Game
Oumar Ballo and Indiana may be slight betting underdogs ahead of Thursday's matchup against Oregon, but the Hoosiers will have an edge playing close to Bloomington.
Two Hoosiers Earn All-Big Ten Honorable Mention; Anthony Leal Receives Sportsmanship Award
Indiana's Malik Reneau, Oumar Ballo and Anthony Leal were recognized Tuesday when the 2024-25 Big Ten men's basketball awards were announced.