By the Numbers: Purdue 76 Illinois 71

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0.0%​

The percentage that Purdue shot from behind the arc during the 2nd half of the game, going 0-6. At halftime, the Boilers were playing freely and shot 50% from deep, at a 6 of 12 clip.

30​

Brandon Newman's total Points+Assists+Rebounds in his second consecutive start. He was Purdue's leading scorer in their season finale and his game is coming alive in March, once again. Purdue will need him to continue his great play on defense and on offense if they want to make a run.

Two​

The number of wins in a row since Coach Painter mixed up the starting lineup. Purdue struggled in February, going 3-4 during the month. They are 2-0 since the calendar turned to March. Winning ugly is still winning.