Boilermakers Dominate Bulldogs at Mackey Arena in Men's Basketball Showdown

The Purdue Boilermakers, ranked third, displayed a commanding performance against the Samford Bulldogs with a final score of 98-45. The Boilermakers now boast an impressive record, while the Bulldogs are left to regroup after the defeat.

At Mackey Arena, home to the Purdue Boilermakers, fans witnessed a one-sided affair as their team took control from the start and never looked back. The Boilermakers' offense was firing on all cylinders with an overall field goal percentage of 55 and converting 55 percent from beyond the arc. Their defense was equally impressive, blocking ten shots and stealing the ball nine times from their opponents.

Purdue's teamwork shone through with a total of 29 assists on their way to scoring 98 points. They dominated inside with 32 points in the paint and capitalized on turnovers by adding another 15 points to their tally. The team also showed strength on both ends of the court by grabbing a total of 54 rebounds—39 defensive and 11 offensive.

The Samford Bulldogs struggled offensively throughout the game, managing only a field goal percentage of 25 and hitting just five out of their thirty-one three-point attempts for a meager three-point percentage of around sixteen. Despite putting up eleven assists equaling that number in steals, they were unable to convert these opportunities into significant points.

The Boilermakers' bench depth was evident as they utilized timeouts effectively—three remaining compared to just one for Samford—and maintained high energy levels throughout both halves. With each player contributing towards this comprehensive victory, it is clear that Purdue's roster has depth as well as talent.

Looking ahead for Purdue fans: The next game will see your team take on Morehead State Eagles at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette. Scheduled for November eleven at seven PM Eastern Time zone fans can catch all action live via B1G+ internet broadcast network.