Purdue Basketball Faces First Three-Game Losing Streak Since 2019

Purdue basketball is facing a challenging moment, having lost three consecutive games for the first time since February 2020, following a 75-66 defeat to Michigan State. The Boilermakers struggled defensively, allowing the Spartans to score 20 fastbreak points and dominate the paint with a 42-24 scoring advantage. Trey Kaufman-Renn led Purdue with 24 points, while Braden Smith added 17 points, but both players also contributed to the team's turnover issues, which have plagued them in their eight losses this season. The loss places Purdue (19-8, 11-5 Big Ten) 2.5 games behind Michigan in the conference standings, effectively ending their hopes for a third straight Big Ten title. The team will need to regroup quickly as they prepare to face rival Indiana in their next game. Purdue’s performance has raised concerns about their ability to respond to adversity and maintain composure in critical moments.