It was a night to remember for Purdue basketball and forward Trevion Williams as they defeated the Alabama Crimson Tide 92-86 in Toronto. Purdue forward Zach Edey put on a show for his hometown crowd, recording a season-high 35 points and 8 rebounds in the victory.
The Boilermakers got off to a hot start, leading by as many as 14 points in the first half. Alabama fought back in the second half, but Purdue was able to hold off the Crimson Tide’s late surge. Edey was a big reason why, as he scored 22 of his 35 points in the second half. He also made some key defensive plays down the stretch, helping Purdue secure the win.
The victory was a big one for Purdue, as it was their fourth win in a row and improved their record to 13-6 on the season. It was also an important win for Edey, who has been playing well all season but had yet to record a season-high in points. His performance against Alabama was a reminder of just how talented he is and how much of an impact he can have on the court.
The win was also a special one for Edey, as it was his first game in his hometown of Toronto since he left for college. He was greeted with a standing ovation when he entered the game and received a hero’s welcome when he left the court after the win.
Overall, it was a great night for Purdue basketball and Zach Edey. The Boilermakers are now looking ahead to their next game against Indiana on Saturday, where they will look to continue their winning streak. As for Edey, he will look to build on his impressive performance against Alabama and continue to make an impact for Purdue this season.
