Purdue, the top seed in the Midwest Region, faces Gonzaga in a Sweet 16 matchup in Detroit, targeting their second Elite 8 appearance in five tournaments, renewing a rivalry not seen since 2000.

By the Numbers
  • Purdue has made the Sweet 16 seven times under Matt Painter.
  • Gonzaga, Purdue, and Houston have the most Sweet 16 appearances since 2016-17.
State of Play
  • Purdue aims for its second Elite 8 appearance in the last five tournaments, with a record of 31-4 this season.
  • The team has displayed exceptional performance, boasting an 8-0 record against nationally-ranked teams and a 7-0 record against other Sweet 16 members.
What's Next

Purdue anticipates a tough but familiar road to the Final Four, facing strong opponents like Gonzaga and potentially Tennessee and Marquette in the upcoming rounds.

Bottom Line

Purdue's consistent success and dominance against ranked teams position them as formidable contenders in the ongoing NCAA Tournament, setting the stage for an intense battle towards the Elite 8 and potentially beyond.