Purdue downs NC State to advance to national championship game
The Boilermakers' dream season of redemption rolls on to Monday night after a 63-50 win over NC State in the Final Four.
This is the second national championship appearance in program history for Purdue, but the first since 1969.
Purdue's defense was the biggest reason it never trailed. NC State's DJ Burns scored just eight points on 4 of 10 shooting and just one rebound.
Offensively, the Boilers weren't as dominant as we've been accustomed to this season. But quietly, Zach Edey scored 20 points and grabbed 12 rebound to lead the game in both categories. Purdue also made 10 3-pointers, with Lance Jones making four of his nine attempts on 3-pointers.
NC State is on the ropes as Purdue is closing in on a trip to Monday night.
With under four minutes to go, Purdue leads 61-43
