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Recap - Rutgers Defeats Purdue 81-76
Purdue was scorched by Montez Mathis for 25 points as Rutgers defeated them 81-76 in NCAA action on Tuesday.
Rutgers was a -1.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Geo Baker had 19 points for Rutgers and Jacob Young chipped in with 13 points. Jacob Young had 4 assists for them, while Myles Johnson was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Purdue got 21 points from Trevion Williams in a losing cause and another 17 points from Isaiah Thompson. Brandon Newman contributed 3 assists for them, while Trevion Williams had 12 rebounds.
Rutgers led at halftime, $HalfScore.
Purdue won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 31-27.
Rutgers looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Iowa. Purdue will aim to get back on the winning track at Illinois.