In a closely watched college basketball matchup, No. 3 ranked Purdue secured a victory against Michigan, with a final score of 84-76. Purdue's standout player, Zach Edey, delivered an exceptional performance, scoring 35 points, securing 15 rebounds, and completing a notable 3-point play. Despite Michigan's strong start, leading 10-4 early in the game, Purdue's strategic 14-4 run was pivotal. This victory further solidifies Purdue's lead in the Big Ten conference by 2.5 games. The game was notable for its intensity and the significant contributions from both teams. The matchup also highlighted Purdue's position in the ongoing debate for the No. 1 spot, competing closely with UConn and Houston for the top ranking.
Talk about great efforts - today on the road vs @umichbball ZACH EDEY was once again fantastic as he had 35 & 15 reb in victory in @B1GMBBall action . It was needed as Michigan played with a great deal of intensity but Edey such a major difference in 84-76 W.
No. 3 @BoilerBall takes down Michigan in Ann Arbor. Purdue leads the Big Ten conference by 2.5 games. https://t.co/mwJvXXpI4U
BIG NUMBERS from the @BoilerBall BIG MAN @zach_edey πͺπ€ https://t.co/vCavpao7oj
Purdue has to dig deeper than expected to beat Michigan, with Zach Edey doing what he's done for three years: dominating. And with Purdue's sophomore guards doing what they've been doing for three weeks: going in opposite directions. Braden Smith and Fletcher Loyer #columncoming
Purdue wins at Michigan, and the three-way debate for No. 1 can officially begin. UConn, Purdue and Houston all with legitimate cases.
It was going an uphill battle all day anyway. But the story of this game is that run at the end of the first half from Purdue. Michigan's going to end this game with a timeout to spare that it probably could have used.
Tarris Reed just fouled out on another ticky-tack foul and Juwan Howard is LIVID. Had to be held back by Dug McDaniel. Terrible call and a huge swing with U-M having a little momentum here. This officiating has been a total shit show today.
Zach Edey has 32-and-13 in 30 minutes. Fletcher Loyer and Braden Smith are a combined 5-for-20 FG, 2-for-10 on 3FG Gillis: five points on eight shots Purdue is susceptible today, but not against Michigan. Don't at me.
Michigan is just barely hanging around and keeping the game around 10 points. Big swing with a missed open three from Nimari Burnett and then Will Tschetter's fifth foul on a near steal. https://t.co/fKLSeYUObw
That's a 3-point play for Zach Edey πͺ @BoilerBall https://t.co/DMsnG4PVd5
ZACH EDEY CANNOT BE STOPPED π€ @BoilerBall https://t.co/V5KFTF8W1M
Michigan is hitting some shots and getting a good game from Dug McDaniel, but Michigan has no answer on the glass or to slow down Zach Edey. https://t.co/EFlB4OIHHe
No reason to expect this team would have a defensive answer for Zach Edey & Purdue. Wolverines were dominated in the first matchup with Nkamhoua. Now don't have the size or depth that he provides. 3 fouls on Burnett, Tschetter, Reed means things could get much worse in 2H. https://t.co/NgyWZ269oD
Purdue outrebounding Michigan 22 to 8. And three of Michigan's rebounds are team rebounds. Went out of bounds before anyone could grab it.
Purdue put together a 14-4 run as they battle Michigan. π₯ (π₯: @CBSSportsCBB) https://t.co/jAiINAwsHl
Michigan quickly losing contact in this one. Wolverines look completely gassed and Will Tschetter is the latest to join the 3 first half fouls party. https://t.co/BVls3GeAsx
Under-8 timeout at 7:46 with Michigan and Purdue tied at 25. Wolverines are hanging in there, but getting outrebounded 14-5.
Zach Edey already has six of @BoilerBall's 13 points. https://t.co/dOYpO1OUow
Dug McDaniel and @umichbball are off to a good start vs. No. 3 Purdue. π― πΊ: CBS https://t.co/SArl9MGYnA
Michigan leads 10-4 at the U16. Fast start for Dug McDaniel with a pair of early triples. Already one foul each on Reed/Tschetter, though.
Michigan up 10-4 over No. 3 Purdue at the 15:50 mark. Wolverines are 4-of-5 from the field to start the game and Dug McDaniel has a pair of threes.
DAILY COLLEGE BASKETBALL RANKINGS: Here is Saturday morningβs updated @CBSSports Top 25 And 1 β complete with some thoughts on today's triple-header on @CBS. 1. Purdue 2. UConn 3. Houston 4.Β Tennessee https://t.co/UXQoB0JECs