Overview
- Trey Kaufman-Renn returned from injury for his season debut and delivered 19 points, 15 rebounds and five assists.
- Matt Painter had challenged Kaufman-Renn to rebound more, and the senior said he responded to that directive.
- The Boilermakers finished plus-24 on the boards despite four more turnovers, a possession swing Painter called decisive.
- Braden Smith closed the game to cap a 29-point night, and reserve guard Omer Mayer drew praise for stabilizing minutes.
- Purdue moved to 3–0 with the top-10 road win and is scheduled to host Akron next.