Purdue Defeats Yale 92-84 in Close Game

Purdue basketball secured a hard-fought 92-84 victory over Yale, improving to 3-0 for the season and extending their home winning streak to 21 games. Braden Smith led the Boilermakers with 22 points, while Trey Kaufman-Renn contributed 17 points, showcasing the team's depth despite the absence of 7-foot-4 freshman Daniel Jacobsen due to injury. Yale's John Poulakidas was a standout performer with 23 points, attempting to keep the Bulldogs competitive, but Purdue's strong second-half plays, including key contributions from Cam Heide and Myles Colvin, sealed the win. The Boilermakers' defense struggled early, allowing Yale to dominate in the paint, scoring 50 of their 84 points inside. Purdue's next challenge comes against No. 2 Alabama, which will test their readiness against tougher opponents. Both teams demonstrated potential, with Yale aiming for another Ivy League title despite the loss.