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Purdue Edges Texas 79-77, Advances to Elite Eight

3/27/2026

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Summary

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Purdue advanced to the Elite Eight with a 79-77 victory over Texas after Purdue guard Trey Kaufman-Renn scored the game-winning basket with 0.7 seconds left.
Kaufman-Renn led Purdue with 20 points in the Sweet 16 win.
Texas guard Tramon Mark scored a game-high 29 points despite playing through an injury.
Purdue will face either Arizona or Arkansas in the next round on March 28.

History

Historical Context

The 1985 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament expanded to 64 teams, enhancing competition and visibility for college basketball. On April 1, Villanova, an 8-seed, achieved a stunning upset by defeating defending champions Georgetown 66-64, marking their first national title. This pivotal moment transformed the tournament into a major sporting event, significantly impacting recruitment and funding for athletic programs across the nation.

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Story summary

Purdue advanced to the Elite Eight with a 79-77 victory over Texas after Purdue guard Trey Kaufman-Renn scored the game-winning basket with 0.7 seconds left.
Kaufman-Renn led Purdue with 20 points in the Sweet 16 win.
Texas guard Tramon Mark scored a game-high 29 points despite playing through an injury.
Purdue will face either Arizona or Arkansas in the next round on March 28.

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