FIRST HALF ANALYSIS:
Nebraska’s defensive prowess was tested early and often and never arrived. Fletcher Loyer started the Purdue onslaught with 6 early points, hitting 2 from deep. Nebraska would commit a bevy of turnovers in the first half, as that happened early and often as well. Purdue started the game 6-9 shooting, then went on a 14-0 run over a 3-minute stretch. Purdue led by 17 just past the halfway point, as Nebraska had 8 turnovers in the first 12 minutes of the game. The Boilermakers were on fire from the 3-point line, as 5 different guys would hit a 3 in the half. Nebraska, who is pretty good at getting to the free-throw line, only had 2 attempts in the first half. Trey…
