Sparked by a record-breaking performance from Braden Smith, top-seed Purdue pasted Gonzaga 80-68 to advance to the Elite Eight for the first time since 2019. Start the day smarter. Get all the ...

Mar. 26—A year ago after a Sweet 16 loss to Purdue, Gonzaga's starters and rotation players eligible to return gave strong indications they would be back. And then they kept their word.

That included a 1-for-5 night for L.J. Cryer, who scored five points less than a week after torching Gonzaga for 30. Purdue player ratings: Braden Smith's record effort not enough in Sweet 16 loss ...

Analyzing Friday’s Purdue vs. Houston odds and lines, with college basketball expert picks, predictions and best bets.

Top-seed Houston is a heavy favorite vs. 4-seed Purdue in the Midwest Region in Indianapolis in the final Sweet 16 matchup taking place on Friday night.

In the words of vanquished McNeese State coach Will Wade, that’s a (expletive) strong-ass offer. Smith stayed with Purdue, of course, and wouldn’t you know it? The Boilers faced Gonzaga last season in ...

A year ago after a Sweet 16 loss to Purdue, Gonzaga’s starters and rotation players eligible to return gave strong indications they would be back. And they kept their word. Gonzaga experienced a ...

Purdue built its 76-62 second-round victory on defense and rebounding — the two areas holding it back from complete performances this season.

To reach the Sweet 16, Houston defeated No. 16 seed SIU-Edwardsville 78-40 and No. 8 seed Gonzaga 81-76. Purdue punched its ticket to the Sweet 16 earlier in the day with a 76-62 victory over No ...

No. 4 seed Purdue will play No. 1 seed Houston in the Sweet 16 at Lucas Oil Stadium next week. The Boilermakers and Cougars will square off on Friday. Top-seeded Houston has a date with No.