The Hoosiers had player step up and push Purdue to the brink of an upset. But the final seconds were costly, leaving season's top performances a faded memory.

Purdue is averaging 36.2 points per game prior to halftime, while Indiana’s first-half defense is one of the worst in the nation, with opponents averaging 36.5 points. The Boilermakers have scored at least 41 first-half points in all four home games in conference play and will again here.