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Edey, No. 23 Purdue beat Indiana for 9th straight time

Indiana Purdue Basketball
Posted at 6:01 PM, Mar 06, 2021
and last updated 2021-03-06 20:14:40-05

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — Zach Edey scored 20 points and Jaden Ivey added 17 to help No. 23 Purdue beat Indiana 67-58.

The Boilermakers have won nine straight in the rivalry for the first time since 1929-35, which came during John Wooden's playing career.

Purdue also has won five in a row overall.

Aljami Durham had 14 points and Trayce Jackson-Davis finished with 12 to lead the Hoosiers, who have lost five straight.

Down by nine at halftime, they closed to 47-42 with 6 1/2 minutes left.

The Boilermakers sealed the win at the free throw line.