In the postgame press conference, Purdue coach Matt Painter is asked about Braden Smith. This one about how Smith leads. Painter's response, "He leads more just off competing and going at people ...
Braden Smith was 5 for 7 on 3-point shooting to lead Purdue, which was 12 for 25. The tide turned before halftime as Smith took over and hit a key last-second shot. Caleb Furst's defense ...
Josh Dix missed a 3 with eight seconds left in the first half, enough time for Purdue to get off a final shot. Braden Smith's deep 3 from straight on went in, tying the score at 36 in a game the ...