Purdue’s veteran edge to test Arizona in a tight Elite Eight showdown

A Purdue expert argues the Boilermakers must slow the game to counter Arizona’s offense, relying on a veteran core—Braden Smith, Fletcher Loyer, and Trey Kaufman-Renn—to guide them. After a clunky 4-for-20 from three against Texas, Purdue’s improved defense and pace control give them a real chance to advance, with a predicted final score of 78-75 in favor of Purdue, signaling a potential return to the Final Four driven by experience and efficient ball movement.