Boilermakers and Cornhuskers Clash in Minneapolis Showdown

As the Purdue Boilermakers prepare to face off against the Nebraska Cornhuskers, fans are eager to see if their team can continue its upward trajectory. The Boilermakers have shown a commendable performance in their recent outing at the Target Center, where they overcame Northwestern Wildcats with a six-point lead, finishing strong with 78 points. Their fourth-quarter surge was particularly impressive, outscoring the Wildcats by nine points.

Purdue's strength has been their ability to capitalize on turnovers and convert them into points. In their last game, they scored 11 points off turnovers and grabbed an impressive 16 offensive rebounds which led to 13 second-chance points. This hustle play could be crucial against Nebraska.

However, there are areas where Purdue must stay vigilant; while they had a higher assist-to-turnover ratio than Northwestern (0.91 compared to 1.2), it indicates that ball security will be vital in maintaining control of the game's pace.

Defensively, Purdue showed tenacity with seven steals and four blocks last game but will need to maintain this intensity without committing excessive fouls – having committed fewer personal fouls than Northwestern at 18.

The upcoming match is set for March 7th at Minneapolis' Target Center – a neutral site that has already witnessed Purdue's resilience and ability to adapt under pressure. Fans can catch all the action live on BTN network at 20:00 UTC.

In summary, if Purdue can continue its robust defensive efforts while sharpening its offensive execution around turnovers and second-chance opportunities, they stand a good chance of overcoming Nebraska’s challenge in what promises to be an exciting encounter between two determined teams.