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How far can Purdue go? Fans, media react to Purdue’s Sweet 16 win over Gonzaga

Grant Bricker

By Grant Bricker

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Purdue took another step toward redemption with a big win over Gonzaga on Friday night in the Sweet 16.

The Boilermakers haven’t had much trouble advancing in March Madness and their most recent game wasn’t too different. When the smoke cleared, Purdue beat Gonzaga 80-68. Matt Painter and company will await the winner of Creighton-Tennessee in the next round.

Even an elite program like Gonzaga couldn’t stop the offensive attack of Zach Edey, Braden Smith and others. Nearly all of Purdue’s starters finished the game with double-digits in scoring. Edey recorded yet another double-double with 27 points and 14 rebounds.

With how dominant the Boilermakers have been in March, many fans and media have started looking ahead to a potential matchup with UConn. The Boilermakers and Huskies would eventually play each other in the national championship if things go well for both teams.

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It’s been a much different NCAA Tournament for Purdue fans compared to last season. The Boilermakers are a win away from reaching the Final Four when they were upset in the first round by Farleigh-Dickinson a year prior.

Some fans discussed how disappointing it would be for Purdue if it doesn’t ended up winning the whole tournament. With how deep the team has made it in March, the road is only going to get tougher for the Boilermakers.

Here are some of the reactions to Purdue’s win over Gonzaga to move on to the Elite Eight:

Grant Bricker

Grant Bricker covers the B1G for Saturday Tradition. His previous stops include the Williamson Homepage and Nashville Post.