Iowa Basketball Suffers 78-57 Loss to No. 13 Purdue

Rewatch notes and final takeaways from the Hawkeyes' defeat

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Iowa suffered a tough 78-57 loss to No. 13 Purdue on Saturday night, dropping the Hawkeyes to 18-7 on the season and 8-6 in Big Ten play. This article provides the rewatch notes and final takeaways from the defeat.

Why it matters

The loss was Iowa's second straight defeat, raising concerns about the team's performance and ability to compete against top-ranked opponents in the Big Ten. As the Hawkeyes look to secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament, these types of losses could impact their seeding and tournament positioning.

The details

The Hawkeyes struggled to contain Purdue's offense, allowing the Boilermakers to shoot 51.9% from the field. Iowa's defense was unable to slow down Purdue's balanced attack, which saw four players score in double figures. The Hawkeyes also struggled offensively, shooting just 37.5% from the field and committing 13 turnovers.

  • The game took place on Saturday, February 15, 2026 in Iowa City, Iowa.

The players

Purdue Boilermakers

The Purdue Boilermakers are the athletic teams of Purdue University, located in West Lafayette, Indiana. They compete in the Big Ten Conference.

Iowa Hawkeyes

The Iowa Hawkeyes are the athletic teams of the University of Iowa, located in Iowa City, Iowa. They compete in the Big Ten Conference.

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The takeaway

This loss highlights the challenges the Iowa Hawkeyes face in competing with top-ranked teams in the Big Ten. As they look to secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament, the Hawkeyes will need to regroup and find ways to improve their defensive performance and limit turnovers against elite opponents.