In a thrilling match-up between the Boilermakers and the Badgers, Purdue emerged victorious with a 75-69 win, taking a significant 1.5 game lead in the Big Ten race. The game was characterized by tight defense, hard-fought rebounds, and a battle in the paint.

The first half started off slowly for the Boilermakers, with a few turnovers and defensive lapses allowing Wisconsin to take a 4-point lead. However, Zach Edey's performance from the foul line provided some relief for Purdue, as he made 3 out of 4 shots. The intensity of the game soon escalated as both teams refused to back down.

Purdue's second unit stepped up defensively and sparked an impressive 11-3 run, allowing the Boilermakers to establish a 6-point lead. The guards, Smith, Jones, and Loyer, took charge of the offense, combining for 25 points in the first half. However, it took Edey 15 minutes to score his first field goal, as he faced constant double and triple teams. Both teams struggled with outside shooting, with Purdue going 1 for 5 from deep and Wisconsin shooting 3 for 8.

As the second half began, it was evident that the focus for Purdue was to feed the ball to their big men. Edey and TKR started to dominate in the paint, making strong moves to the basket. Additionally, Purdue's defense tightened, clogging the driving lanes and making it difficult for Wisconsin to score. The Boilermakers built a sizable lead of 10 points before Wisconsin launched a counterattack.

Wisconsin went on an impressive 7-point run, aided by several Purdue turnovers, and managed to narrow the gap to 3 points. However, Edey had to sit out after picking up his second foul, giving Wisconsin a breather. Despite this, Purdue maintained their solid defensive efforts. With the game entering the final eight minutes, Purdue held a 6-point lead.

However, Wisconsin fought back, reducing the lead to just 2 points. Purdue missed some crucial free throws, allowing Wisconsin to stay in the game. With the clock ticking down, Purdue managed to hold onto a 4-point lead at the under-4 timeout. Both teams were in the bonus, creating a tense atmosphere as the crowd roared.

In the remaining minutes, Purdue maintained composure and exchanged free throws with Wisconsin. A vital jumper from Fletcher Loyer extended Purdue's lead to 5 points with just 1:45 left on the clock. The Boilermakers' defense proved to be suffocating, preventing Wisconsin from getting off shots and forcing turnovers. Braden Smith, Mason Gillis, and Zach Edey showcased their defensive prowess without fouling.

Wisconsin managed a late putback shot with 37.7 seconds left, followed by a steal and transition dunk. However, with just 28.8 seconds remaining, Purdue held a 5-point advantage. The Boilermakers sealed the game at the free-throw line and clinched a hard-fought 75-69 victory.

With this win, Purdue now holds a 1.5 game lead in the Big Ten race. They are set to face the Badgers once again in their regular-season finale. The attention now turns to the much-anticipated clash against Indiana next Saturday as Purdue hosts their fierce rivals. Boiler Up!

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