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Basketball: What to know before Ohio plays against Purdue
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Source: The Post
Forward Javan Simmons (1) during the Bobcats game against North Carolina A&T, Nov. 7, 2026. The Bobcats Beat the Aggies 80-70 in The Convo. SPORTS Basketball: What to know before Ohio plays against Purdue Ohio (2-0 overall) has started its season with a pair of big wins, but its toughest preseason opponent, the Purdue University Boilermakers (1-2 overall), are on deck Friday at 7 p.m. in West Lafayette, Indiana. Purdue’s season has started on a sour note, dropping its opener to No. 15 Gonzaga University and losing in double overtime to Valparaiso University last Friday. The Boilermakers responded Monday night with their first win against Illinois State. Ohio looks to remain unbeaten, but a hungry Purdue will not make it easy on Head Coach Jeff Boals and the team. Ohio has shown the ability to win in multiple ways, including dominating with depth against North Carolina A&T. With a matchup this physical, a breakdown is needed before both teams take to the court.
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