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Loyer’s Clutch 3 Rescues No. 12 Purdue From Oregon Upset Bid, 68-64

Purdue stays in the Big Ten hunt despite turnover trouble, highlighted by Braden Smith’s conference-only 1,000 points/500 assists milestone.

Overview

  • Fletcher Loyer scored 18 points, hitting the go-ahead 3 with about 51 seconds left and sealing the win at the line.
  • Purdue improved to 19-4 overall and 9-3 in Big Ten play for a second straight victory after a three-game skid.
  • Oregon center Nate Bittle returned from injury and led the Ducks with 23 points, but their losing streak extended to nine.
  • Purdue’s flaws resurfaced with 14 turnovers that yielded 15 Oregon points and a 5-for-18 performance from three.
  • Next up, Purdue visits No. 9 Nebraska on Tuesday before traveling to Iowa on Saturday, while Oregon heads to Indiana on Monday.