WEB: Purdue Upends NC State, Advances in 2024 NCAA March Madness
Boilermakers Secure Hard-Fought 63-50 Victory
March Madness 2024 Tournament Updates
In a thrilling matchup at the State Farm Center in Atlanta, Georgia, the Purdue Boilermakers emerged victorious over the NC State Wolfpack in the 2024 NCAA March Madness Men's Basketball Tournament. Purdue's dominant performance, coupled with NC State's persistent defense, kept the game tense and unpredictable.
Purdue's offense kicked off strongly, with Zach Edey's inside presence and Fletcher Loyer's sharpshooting from beyond the arc. The Wolfpack countered with Terquavion Smith's quick drives and Jarkel Joiner's efficient floor generalship. Despite NC State's valiant efforts, Purdue maintained a steady lead throughout the first half, entering halftime with a 32-25 advantage.
The second half witnessed a resurgence from NC State, as they chipped away at Purdue's lead. Smith's relentless drives and Joiner's clutch shooting kept the Wolfpack within striking distance. However, Purdue's defense held strong, with Brandon Newman and Ethan Morton making crucial stops and forcing turnovers.
With the game on the line in the final minutes, Loyer sank a pivotal three-pointer to extend Purdue's lead. Edey continued his dominance in the paint, securing rebounds and converting crucial putbacks. NC State's late surge proved insufficient, as the Boilermakers secured the victory with a final score of 63-50.
Edey led Purdue with a game-high 22 points and 12 rebounds, while Loyer added 16 points. For NC State, Smith finished with 16 points, and Joiner chipped in 12. The Boilermakers' victory propelled them to the next round of the tournament, where they will face the winner of the Texas Tech vs. Indiana State matchup.
Stay tuned for real-time scores, game times, stats, live streaming video, and highlights from the 2024 NCAA March Madness Men's Basketball Tournament. Don't miss out on the thrilling action as the road to the NCAA Final Four in Phoenix unfolds.
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