Marquette Defeats Purdue, Ends 39-Game Streak

Marquette University ended Purdue's impressive 39-game nonconference winning streak with a 76-58 victory in Milwaukee. Kam Jones achieved a triple-double, marking the first for Marquette since Dwyane Wade in 2003, with 17 points, 13 rebounds, and 10 assists. The Golden Eagles' defense was pivotal, forcing Purdue into 15 turnovers and limiting their effective shooting, particularly from three-point range. Stevie Mitchell contributed significantly with a career-high 21 points. Despite trailing by only seven points at halftime, Purdue struggled to close the gap, especially during a crucial 8-0 run by Marquette in the second half. This game highlighted Marquette's defensive prowess and Purdue's need to improve ball security and shooting accuracy under pressure.