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Northwestern Downs Purdue 92-88 - Match Report

Purdue was burned for 31 points by Boo Buie on Friday as Northwestern picked up a 92-88 win at Welsh-Ryan Arena.

Northwestern was a +5.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Ty Berry had 21 points for Northwestern and Ryan Langborg chipped in with 20 points. Boo Buie had 9 assists for them, while Brooks Barnhizer was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 5 boards.

Purdue got a 35-point performance from Zach Edey, who was supported by 17 points from Fletcher Loyer. Braden Smith had 9 assists in a losing cause for Purdue, while Zach Edey grabbed 14 rebounds.

Northwestern trailed at halftime, 40-33.

Purdue won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 47-26.

Northwestern looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Detroit. Purdue will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Iowa.