Overview

• UCF defeated Purdue Fort Wayne 75-68 in a closely contested game in Orlando, improving their record to 2-0.
• Jordan Ivy-Curry scored a game-high 18 points, including crucial baskets in the final minutes to secure the win.
• Keyshawn Hall contributed a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds, while Moustapha Thiam added 13 points and six rebounds.
• UCF struggled early, missing their first nine shots, but managed to take a slim 34-33 lead into halftime.
• Purdue Fort Wayne led for much of the second half but faltered in the final minutes, scoring only four points after a late three-pointer by Rasheed Bello.