Trey Kaufman‑Renn tip‑in sends Purdue to Elite Eight
sportsMar 26, 202618255
Trey Kaufman-Renn tipped home a last-second winner with under one second left, lifting Purdue past Texas 79-77. The putback followed a Braden Smith drive that created the scramble, and it sent Purdue into the NCAA Tournament Elite Eight. The finish ends Texas's run and keeps Purdue alive in the national title chase after a dramatic, tightly contested game.
Key Highlights
Trey Kaufman-Renn tipped home a last-second winner, Purdue won 79-77.
Braden Smith's drive created the chance for the winning putback.
Purdue advances to the NCAA Tournament Elite Eight.