Valparaiso wins in double overtime against Purdue on buzzer beater
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 2:15 AM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026
Valparaiso defeated Purdue 83-80 in double overtime on November 6, 2026, after a game-winning three-pointer by Justus McNair. Purdue built a 15-point lead at halftime but Valparaiso rallied back with key plays from Rakim Chaney, who scored 35 points. The game featured several lead changes, ultimately ending in thrilling fashion. Purdue remains winless early in the season, having lost their opening two games.
- •Justus McNair hit a game-winning shot at the buzzer.
- •Rakim Chaney scored 35 points for Valparaiso.
- •Purdue led by 15 at halftime but lost momentum.
- •Purdue is now 0-2 to start the season.
- 2:15 AMYahoo Sports — Valparaiso buzzer beater stuns Purdue basketball in Mackey Arena thriller
"A first half flurry gave Purdue basketball a double-digit halftime lead. The Beacons stormed back and won on Justus McNair's buzzer beater.
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