Fletcher Loyer scores 29 as No. 12 Purdue routs Maryland

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Fletcher Loyer scored a game-high 29 points, including 7 three-pointers, to lead No. 12 Purdue to a 93-63 blowout victory over Maryland in a Big Ten matchup on Sunday. Braden Smith added 19 points and 6 assists for the Boilermakers, who never trailed in the game and snapped a 3-game losing streak. Purdue dominated the boards and second-chance points in the first half to build a big early lead that they would not relinquish.

Why it matters

This win helps Purdue bounce back after a recent 3-game skid and keeps them in the hunt for a high seed in the upcoming NCAA Tournament. For Maryland, the loss extends their struggles in Big Ten play as they continue to search for answers during a difficult season.

The details

Loyer, who had struggled with his shooting during Purdue's losing streak, came out hot by hitting his first 3 three-point attempts. He finished 7-of-10 from beyond the arc as the Boilermakers shot 52.7% overall and 15-of-30 from three-point range. Purdue also dominated the glass, outrebounding Maryland 37-26 and enjoying a 16-3 advantage in second-chance points in the first half to build their big early lead. Maryland got 18 points off the bench from Andre Mills and 17 points from Darius Adams, but they could not overcome Purdue's offensive onslaught.

• The game was played on Sunday, February 2, 2026.