No. 2 Purdue Boilermakers won a crucial match against the Wisconsin Badgers, establishing themselves as the top of the Big Ten standings. Purdue's Zach Edey, Braden Smith, and Lance Jones all scored in double figures, leading to Purdue becoming the first Big Ten team to confirm a 20-win season and improving their record to 21-2. Despite Tyler Wahl's contributions, Wisconsin fell to 16-6 and 8-3 in conference play following the defeat, the team's second consecutive loss following their defeat to Nebraska. The Badgers' home record stands at 11-1, and the teams are scheduled to face each other again on Sunday.