WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – A Friday night in-state rivalry game between Indiana and No. 10 Purdue is set for an 8 p.m. ET tipoff at Mackey Arena. The Hoosiers (14-7, 5-5) have lost four of their last five games, most recently falling 79-78 Sunday at home against Maryland. The Boilermakers (16-5, 8-2) have won eight of their last night games and most recently blew out Michigan Friday at home, 91-64.
Welcome to our live blog, where we’ll share updates, highlights, stats and thoughts on the game live from press row at Mackey Arena. Refresh this file throughout the game and follow all the action.
8:01 p.m. – The Mackey Arena crowd gave Mike Woodson a big applause when he was announced during pregame introductions. Purdue beat Indiana by 20 and 21 points in both matchups last year, and they’re 13-point favorites tonight.
7:50 p.m. – Indiana starters: Myles Rice, Anthony Leal, Mackenzie Mgbako, Malik Reneau, Oumar Ballo. For Purdue, it’s Braden Smith, Fletcher Loyer, C.J. Cox, Caleb Furst, Trey Kaufman-Renn. Indiana and Purdue have both tried several different starting lineups this year, but both went with these five last game.
5:15 p.m. – Indiana listed guards Kanaan Carlyle, Gabe Cupps and Jakai Newton out for Friday’s game. Cupps and Newton have missed most of the season with injuries, but Carlyle is a new addition to the availability report. He has started six games and appeared in 16 this season and averages 4.6 points per game on 29.2% shooting.
The Indiana-Purdue basketball rivalry game took place last night, and it was a nail-biter from start to finish. Both teams came out strong, with the lead changing hands several times throughout the game.
In the end, it was Purdue who emerged victorious, with a final score of 75-72. The Boilermakers were led by standout performances from their star players, who came up big in crucial moments to secure the win.
On the other side, Indiana put up a valiant effort but ultimately fell just short. Their players showed grit and determination, fighting until the final buzzer sounded.
Overall, it was an intense and exciting game that showcased the fierce rivalry between these two teams. Fans on both sides were on the edge of their seats throughout, and the atmosphere in the arena was electric.
Despite the outcome, both teams can hold their heads high knowing they gave it their all. The Indiana-Purdue basketball rivalry continues to be one of the most anticipated matchups of the season, and last night’s game certainly lived up to the hype.
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