Purdue Boilermakers Dominate Iowa Hawkeyes with Second Half Surge

The Purdue Boilermakers improved their record to 13-0 with a commanding performance against the Iowa Hawkeyes, who now stand at 0-13. The game concluded with a decisive score of 78-57 in favor of the Boilers, showcasing their dominance on both ends of the court.

First Half

In the opening half, both teams were neck and neck, but it was Purdue who managed to pull ahead slightly by halftime. The Boilermakers tallied 36 points compared to Iowa's 25. Braden Smith played a crucial role in orchestrating Purdue's offense, contributing significantly with his playmaking skills.

Second Half

The second half saw Purdue take control of the game decisively. They outscored Iowa by ten points in this period alone, adding another 42 points to their tally while limiting the Hawks to just 32. Fletcher Loyer stood out for his shooting prowess from beyond the arc, helping extend Purdue's lead further.

Key Performances

Antione West Jr.'s defensive efforts were instrumental as he recorded multiple steals that disrupted Iowa’s offensive flow. Meanwhile, Oscar Cluff showcased his presence in the paint with key rebounds and blocks that stifled any comeback attempts by Iowa.

Purdue Boilermakers vs Iowa Hawkeyes match summary

Throughout this encounter at Carver-Hawkeye Arena, it was clear that Purdue’s efficiency on offense and defense made all the difference. Their ability to capitalize on fast break opportunities and maintain pressure defensively kept them ahead throughout most of this matchup.

As part of our post game analysis: The Boilers' bench also contributed significantly with a combined total of 31 points which highlighted their depth and versatility across positions—a factor that proved too much for an overwhelmed Hawks squad struggling under relentless pressure from start till finish.

Looking forward: Fans can catch more action when Purdue hosts Michigan Wolverines at Mackey Arena on February 17th at 6:30 PM EST; tune into Peacock for live coverage!

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