Live Game Thread & Updates For No. 12 Purdue vs. Oregon

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — No. 12 Purdue returns to Mackey Arena for a brief stop before a two-game road trip next week. On Saturday afternoon, the Boilermakers will host Oregon, hoping to pick up a second straight Big Ten win. The Ducks, on the other hand, are looking to snap an eight-game losing streak.

Follow along with Purdue Boilermakers On SI for live updates, news and analysis throughout the afternoon from Mackey Arena. You can refresh this page frequently for up-to-date information between Purdue and Oregon.

#12 Purdue vs. Oregon live blog

1st half

3:46 — Final media timeout of the first half and Purdue leads Oregon 32-27. It's been an offensive battle, with both teams shooting over 52% from the floor. Both teams also have a bit of a high turnover total to this point (11 total). The Boilermakers lead the rebounding battle 12-9. Braden Smith and Fletcher Loyer have combined for 19 points.

4:24 — Nate Bittle continues to be a problem for Purdue. He has nine points in 11 minutes so far. It sure doesn't look like he missed a month with injury.

5:40 — Despite Purdue playing so well offensively, Oregon just won't go away. The Ducks have made their last four shots from the field and have closed the gap to 27-22. Purdue's defense needs to get some stops.

7:48 — An incredible sequence by Omer Mayer to draw fans out of their seats at Mackey Arena. Omer Mayer stole a pass, then delivered a perfect behind-the-back pass to Jack Benter, who finished with a layup and drew an and-one. It was an impressive play by the freshman. Purdue leads Oregon 25-16 with a chance to make it a 10-point game out of the break.

9:33 — Purdue has increased its lead to 21-14. Purdue is starting to look a little better on the defensive end, especially with a smaller lineup. Guys are hustling all over the floor, making life uncomfortable for Oregon.

11:42 — This game is all about offense through the first eight minutes. Purdue leads Oregon 18-14. Trey Kaufman-Renn just made a really nice move against Luke Johnson to draw and an-one opportunity at the second media timeout. Braden Smith has nine points to the lead the Boilermakers early.

15:38 — At the first media timeout Purdue leads Oregon 11-7. Braden Smith scored the first seven points for the Boilermakers, but Trey Kaufman-Renn and Fletcher Loyer have accounted for the last four points to put Purdue in front. The Boilers are 5-of-6 from the floor. Oregon has had some good looks, but missed its last two three-point attempts after starting 2-of-2.

17:51 — We have our first foul of the game, with Nate Bittle doing a swipe through on Oscar Cluff. The Ducks have hit two early triples, but Braden Smith has responded with five points of his own. Oregon has an early 7-5 lead in Mackey Arena.

Pregame

A few pregame notes today:

Oscar Cluff was honored for scoring 1,000 career points.
There was a moment of silence for Porter Roberts, who passed away this week. He played at Purdue from 1992-96, winning three Big Ten championships and was named the 1996 Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year.

Starting lineups

Purdue — #0 CJ Cox (G), #2 Fletcher Loyer (G), #3 Braden Smith (G), #4 Trey Kaufman-Renn, #45 Oscar Cluff (C).
Oregon — #5 Takai Simpkins (G), #12 Drew Carter (G), #13 Sean Stewart (F), #10 Kwame Evans Jr. (F), #32 Nate Bittle (C)

Availability report

Purdue — OUT: None. QUESTIONABLE: None.
Oregon — OUT: Jackson Shelstad, Ege Demir, Devon Pryor, Miles Johnson. QUESTIONABLE: None.

Tipoff between No. 12 Purdue and Oregon is set for 1 p.m. ET. The game will air on CBS.

How to watch #12 Purdue vs. Oregon

What: Big Ten Conference game
Date: Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026
Tipoff time: 1 p.m. ET
Location: Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, Ind. (14,876 capacity)
TV: CBS
App: Paramount
Announcers: Tom McCarthy (play-by-play), Clark Kellogg (analyst), Robbie Hummel (analyst)
Radio: Purdue Global Radio Network — WAZY 96.5 FM (Lafayette); WKJG 100.9 FM (Fort Wayne); WNDE 1260 AM (Indianapolis); WGBF 1280 (Evansville); Sirius XM 85; View all listings: CLICK HERE
Radio announcers: Rob Blackman (play-by-play), Bobby Riddell (analyst), Wes Scott (producer).
Live stats: Purdue.StatBroadcast.com
All-time series: Purdue leads the all-time series vs. Oregon 3-2
ESPN Matchup Predictor: Purdue has an 94.8% chance to defeat Oregon

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