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Heiden’s Dominant Double-Double Propels No. 13 Iowa to a Thrilling Victory Over Purdue

Heiden's Dominant Double-Double Propels No. 13 Iowa to a Thrilling Victory Over Purdue

In a gritty showdown at Mackey Arena, Iowa’s No. 13 squad carved out a gritty 83-74 win against Purdue, fueled by Ava Heiden’s masterful double-double — 21 points on a blistering 10-of-12 shooting and 13 rebounds that simply left the Boilermakers scrambling. Taylor Stremlow and Journey Houston weren’t far behind, adding significant firepower that stifled Purdue’s hopes. The Hawkeyes didn’t just win; they dominated with a scorching 59 percent field goal performance and nailed nearly half of their three-point attempts. This victory wasn’t just another notch in the belt — it broke a historic deadlock in the rivalry, tipping the scales to 41-40 in Iowa’s favor. Purdue’s valiant efforts, spearheaded by Nya Smith’s 19 points, couldn’t quite overcome the Hawkeyes’ relentless runs that built a commanding lead. With momentum on their side, Iowa’s gaze now turns to a high-stakes clash against No. 6 Michigan, while Purdue sets its sights on No. 14 Maryland. Such games remind me why college hoops never fail to thrill — the passion, the unexpected surges, the history being written in real time. It’s a basketball saga worth every ounce of attention. LEARN MORE

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