Zach Edey, the 7-foot-4 Purdue senior, had a standout performance in his final home game against Wisconsin, leading No. 3 Purdue to a 78-70 victory. Edey battled through a leg injury to score 25 points and grab 14 rebounds, becoming the first Big Ten player to achieve 2,200 points and 1,200 rebounds. In a heartwarming moment, Edey's jersey number, 15, was retired and raised to the rafters of Mackey Arena.
The game was also significant for Purdue as they celebrated Senior Day and honored their six-player senior class. Point guard Braden Smith was recognized for breaking the school's single-season assists record, while Edey received a special tribute with the playing of 'O Canada' in honor of his Toronto roots.
