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Purdue Downs Ole Miss 80-78 - Match Report
Ole Miss was victimized for 25 points and 13 rebounds by Trey Kaufman-Renn as Purdue defeated them 80-78 in NCAA action on Friday.
Purdue earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -3.0-point spread.
Myles Colvin had 20 points for Purdue and Braden Smith chipped in with 18 points. Braden Smith had 11 assists for them, while Trey Kaufman-Renn was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
Ole Miss got a 18-point performance from Jaemyn Brakefield, who was supported by 14 points from Matthew Murrell. Jaylen Murray had 9 assists in a losing cause for Ole Miss, while Dre Davis grabbed 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Purdue were victorious, as the score was 42-35 at the break.
Purdue had a 35-22 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Purdue looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Penn State. Ole Miss will aim to get back on the winning track at Louisville.