No. 13 Purdue escapes with an 80-77 OT win against No. 7 Nebraska after blowing a 22-point lead

Oscar Cluff’s layup put Purdue ahead with 3.9 seconds left in overtime after Nebraska had taken its first lead of the game and Gicarri Harris’s two free throws sealed the No. 13 Boilermakers' 80-77 victory over No. 7 Nebraska.

February 11, 2026Updated: February 11, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

No. 13 Purdue escapes with an 80-77 OT win against No. 7 Nebraska after blowing a 22-point lead

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State

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Sports

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Ag & Outdoor

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