Butler vs. Purdue WNIT Showdown: Sweet 16 Spot on the Line
Butler will face Purdue in the Second Round of the WNIT on Monday night at Hinkle Fieldhouse with tip-off at 7 PM, where the winner secures a spot in the Sweet 16.
The Big PictureBoth teams are aiming to advance in the WNIT tournament, with Butler showcasing a strong 3-point shooting game and Purdue led by senior guard Abbey Ellis.
By the Numbers- Butler ranks 4th nationally in 3-point field goal percentage at 39.0%.
- Rachel Kent of Butler is one point away from hitting 1,600 career points and has made a 3-pointer in 22 consecutive games.
- Butler is 7-0 when scoring 70+ points and 12-3 when leading at halftime this season.
- Purdue is the No. 12 seed in the Big Ten Tournament, with an aggressive playstyle ranking 5th in the conference for steals per game.
The winner of Butler vs. Purdue will face the victor of Monmouth at Duquesne in the upcoming WNIT matchups.
Bottom LineButler and Purdue gear up for a crucial WNIT showdown with a ticket to the Sweet 16 on the line, highlighting their strengths in shooting and defensive play respectively.
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