In a thrilling matchup, Zach Edey showcased his dominance by scoring 26 points and grabbing 12 rebounds to lead the No. 2 Purdue Boilermakers to a hard-fought 68-60 victory over Rutgers on Sunday. With this impressive performance, Edey etched his name in the history books as only the sixth player in Big Ten Conference history to achieve the remarkable feat of scoring 2,000 points and grabbing 1,000 rebounds.
Not to be overshadowed, Braden Smith had a standout game, contributing 19 points and playing a pivotal role in Purdue's triumph. This notable win extends Purdue's winning streak to five games and puts an end to their three-game losing streak at the Jersey Mike's Arena. It is worth noting that the Boilermakers' victory over the Scarlet Knights only marks their third win in their last eight meetings overall.
