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Purdue Downs Illinois 76-71 - Match Report
Purdue earned a 76-71 victory over Illinois on Sunday, getting 19 points from Brandon Newman at Mackey Arena.
Purdue won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -6.5-point spread.
Purdue got 17 points from Zach Edey and another 15 points from Braden Smith. Brandon Newman contributed 5 assists, while Brandon Newman cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.
Illinois got a 16-point performance from Matthew Mayer, who was supported by 13 points from Terrence Shannon Jr.. Coleman Hawkins had 6 assists in a losing cause for Illinois, while Matthew Mayer grabbed 6 rebounds.
Purdue was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.