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Purdue Defeats Northwestern 105-96 - Recap

Northwestern was victimized for 30 points and 15 rebounds by Zach Edey as Purdue defeated them 105-96 in NCAA action on Wednesday.

Purdue won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -14.5-point spread.

Lance Jones had 26 points for Purdue and Fletcher Loyer chipped in with 15 points. Braden Smith had 16 assists for them, while Zach Edey was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 15 boards.

Northwestern got a 25-point performance from Boo Buie, who was supported by 25 points from Ty Berry. Boo Buie had 8 assists in a losing cause for Northwestern, while Boo Buie grabbed 5 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Purdue were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.

Purdue had a 33-22 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Next game, Purdue takes its act on the road to face Wisconsin looking for another win. For Northwestern, they head on the road to face Minnesota.