Purdue basketball struggles in 83-80 double overtime loss to Valparaiso

Purdue basketball fell 83-80 in double overtime to Valparaiso on November 6 at Mackey Arena. The Boilermakers' recent shooting issues worsened, particularly from beyond the arc, where they shot just 8% for the game. Jack Benter and CJ Cox downplayed the concerns prior to the game, but Purdue's current 3-point shooting sits at 17.9% over three consecutive losses. Coach Matt Painter emphasized the need to find alternative scoring methods if 3-pointers continue to fail. The team has to regroup ahead of upcoming matchups, focusing on improving their shooting efficiency.

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