Live Game Thread & Updates for No. 6 Purdue vs. Marquette

For the fourth consecutive year, Purdue and Marquette are going head-to-head in non-conference play. The two teams have had some entertaining battles over the years as two of college basketball's top programs.

Saturday, the two teams meet on the hardwood again. Follow along throughout the afternoon for live updates, news and analysis from the game. You can refresh your browser to get the latest updates during the matchup between the Boilermakers and Golden Eagles.

#6 Purdue vs. Marquette game blog

2nd half

FINAL — Purdue 79, Marquette 59. Oscar Cluff led the way for Purdue with 22 points and 11 rebounds and was 9-of-9 from the floor. Trey Kaufman-Renn had 10 points and 9 rebounds, Fletcher Loyer scored 15 points, and Braden Smith had 7 points, 10 assists, and 5 rebounds.

Marquette was led by Royce Parham with 19 points and 3 rebounds. Chase Ross scored 10 points and Ben Gold had 7 points and 5 rebounds.

2:00 — Purdue sends in Liam Murphy and Aaron Fine from the bench. It's all academic at this point.

3:51 — Final media timeout and Purdue still leads 75-47.

4:04 — Purdue has knocked down a few more threes in the second half, but it's still only shooting 33% for the game. The Boilermakers own a 28-point advantage and are about to go 10-1.

7:56 — Purdue leads Marquette 68-39 at the third media timeout of the second half. After an Omer Mayer triple, every Boilermaker who has played has now scored. Oscar Cluff with 22 points and 11 rebounds and Fletcher Loyer has 12, the only two Boilers in double figures.

11:26 — We've reached the second media timeout of the second half and Purdue leads 59-33. Here's the crazy thing: it doesn't even feel like the Boilermakers are playing their best basketball and have built a 20+ point lead in this game. The ability to dominate in the post has been the difference this afternoon.

12:33 — Braden Smith picked up his 8th assist on a beautiful no-look pass to Jack Benter, who knocked down an open three-pointer. Purdue is cruising right now and leads 56-33.

14:34 — We've reached the first media timeout of the second half and Purdue leads 53-29. It probably feels like you're reading the same thing, but Oscar Cluff has been unstoppable. He's up to 20 points and 10 rebounds and is a perfect 9-of-9 from the floor. Braden Smith now has 7 assists to match 7 points.

16:25 — Purdue is challenging an out of bounds call. The Boilermakers have a 47-26 lead. Osacrr Cluff is just punishing Marquette in the post. He's up to 14 points and 9 rebounds for the game. Braden Smith now has 6 assists.

16:47 — CJ Cox hit a three to start the second half, but Purdue has continued to punish Marquette on the inside, especially with Oscar Cluff. The Boilermaker lead is now up to 45-25.

1st half

HALF — Purdue 37, Marquette 21. Ben Gold hits a bucket as time expires to end the half. Fletcher Loyer leads the way at 9 points. Trey Kaufman-Renn has 4 points and 8 rebounds, Oscar Cluff has 7 points and 6 rebounds. Braden Smith with 7 points and 6 assists.

Marquette was led by Ben Gold with 7 points and 5 rebounds, and Royce Parham also had 7 points. Nigel James Jr. didn't score, but has 3 assists and 2 rebounds.

1:12 — Braden Smith picks up his second foul of the game. He heads to the bench and Omer Mayer checks in. Fletcher Loyer hit a three-pointer on the prior possession to give the Boilers a 37-19 lead.

2:19 — Purdue comes out of the timeout and immediately goes on a 6-0 run, then forces a turnover. Braden Smith knocked down a jumper, then stole the basketball and got the ball to Gicarri Harris for a layup. Oscar Cluff then bullies his way to the rim for another easy two. Boilers lead this 34-19.

3:46 — We're at the final media timeout of the first half and Purdue's lead has been sliced to 28-19. Royce Parham has come off the bench and given Marquette a spark with 7 points. The Boilermakers have had an advantage inside, but that's closed up in the last few minutes.

6:11 — Purdue continues to do a really good job on the defensive end. Marquette has seven turnovers and is struggling to get good looks. Daniel Jacobsen doing a great job on the interior. The Boilermakers haven't played their best basketball, but it's been enough to keep the Golden Eagles at a distance. It's 27-16.

7:58 — Daniel Jacobsen checks back into the ball game and gets 4 quick points. Purdue is on a 16-4 run and owns a 25-12 lead at the third media timeout of the half. Fletcher Loyer still leads the way with 6 points. Trey Kaufman-Renn has 2 points and 6 rebounds.

9:41 — Oscar Cluff gets fouled again. Marquette really has no answer for the Purdue big man. He has the opportunity to put up some big numbers today. Purdue leads 19-8 and is on a 10-0 run.

11:34 — Purdue leads Marquette 14-8 at the second media timeout. The Boilermakers aren't backing away from the physicality. We've seen strong drives to the basket by Fletcher Loyer and Gicarri Harris. There's also an effort to get Oscar Cluff the ball in the post and draw fouls on Marquette. Loyer is already up to 6 points for the Boilers. Braden Smith has 3 assists.

15:35 — At the first media timeout, Purdue owns a 7-3 lead on Marquette. Purdue is shooting 3-of-6 from the floor, but already has three turnovers. Marquette is just 1-of-5 to start the game.

16:55 — It's been a sloppy start for both teams. We have six total turnovers (three by each team) in the first three minutes iof this contest.

18:57 — Purdue jumps out to a 3-0 lead thanks to a Fletcher Loyer triple. Oscar Cluff got a steal on the other end around the perimeter. Trey Kaufman-Renn calls a timeout after collecting an offensive rebound.

Pregame

Marquette's starters — #0 Nigel James Jr. (G), #2 Chase Ross (G), #10 Adrien Stevens (G), #18 Caedin Hamilton (F), #12 Ben Gold (F).

Purdue's starters — #0 CJ Cox (G), #2 Fletcher Loyer (G), #3 Braden Smith (G), #4 Trey Kaufman-Renn (F), #45 Oscar Cluff (C).

Purdue is at full strength vs. Marquette, per the Big Ten's availability report.

Tipoff between No. 6 Purdue and Marquette is set for 2 p.m. ET and the game will air on Peacock. This is the fourth straight meeting between the two teams.

How to watch

What: Non-conference game
Date: Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025
Tipoff time: 2 p.m. ET
Location: Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, Ind. (14,876 capacity)
TV: Peacock
App: Peacock
TV announcers: John Fanta (play-by-play), Jess Settles (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).

Quick preview

Purdue enters Saturday's contest with a 9-1 record and is looking to get its 10th win of the 2025-26 campaign. Meanwhile, Marquette has limped through the first month of the season and is 5-5.

On paper, the Boilermakers have an advantage in nearly every regard. Led by Braden Smith and Trey Kaufman-Renn, Purdue has the more offensively efficient team and is able to get points in the post or knock down shots from the perimeter. That's a combination that will be difficult for Marquette to stop.

Chase Ross is a star for the Golden Eagles, but he doesn't have many playmakers around him this year. Marquette shoots just 31.1% from three-point range and is one of the worst teams at defending the three-point line in college basketball. That's not a good combination.

Marquette's defense also hasn't been nearly as effective as it has been in previous years under Shaka Smart. Against a Purdue offense that doesn't often beat itself, it could be a long day for the Golden Eagles in West Lafayette.

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