Purdue defeats Ball State 87-55 in basketball exhibition

Purdue secured a dominant 87-55 exhibition victory over Ball State at Mackey Arena. The Boilermakers showcased a heavy emphasis on long-range shooting, attempting 40 three-pointers and connecting on 17 of them for a 42.5% success rate.

Purdue's starting guards, CJ Cox and Gicarri Harris, provided strong performances, while freshman Jacob Webber also impressed during the contest. The win serves as a preview for the Boilermakers following the graduation of key starters like Trey Kaufman-Renn, Fletcher Loyer, and Braden Smith.

For Ball State, the game marked the debut of head coach Chris Capko, who was hired in March after serving as associate head coach at SMU. The Cardinals' roster features significant veteran presence, with 12 players in their junior year or later.