Purdue basketball thumps Fort Wayne in exhibition game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 12:56 AM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
Purdue men's basketball secured a commanding 92-62 victory over Fort Wayne during an exhibition game at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum on October 22. The Boilermakers showcased their offensive skills, bolstered by 16 points from Antione West Jr. and 13 from C.J. Cox. Purdue's strong 3-point shooting efficiency, at 39.4%, and their impressive rebounding performance were key takeaways from the game. The team will conclude its exhibition season against UConn next week.
- •Purdue shot 39.4% from 3 with 33 attempts.
- •Boilermakers dominated the boards, securing 20 points from offensive rebounds.
- •Caden Pierce and Jack Benter facilitated effective ball movement.
- •Matt Painter faces lineup decisions based on defensive consistency.
- •Purdue plays UConn next in their final exhibition.
- 12:56 AMYahoo Sports — 3 things that stood out from Purdue basketball exhibition win in Fort Wayne
"The Boilermakers took their preseason to a different corner of the state and showed offensive prowess, an encouraging sign and more.
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