WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (Interstat) — Purdue controlled play from the start and defeated Marquette 79-59 in a nonconference men’s basketball game Saturday at Mackey Arena.

The Boilermakers built a 37-21 halftime lead behind strong interior play and never looked back. Oscar Cluff led Purdue with 22 points on efficient shooting, while Fletcher Loyer added 15. Royce Parham scored 19 for the Golden Eagles.

Purdue shot 53.6% from the field and outrebounded Marquette. The Golden Eagles struggled offensively, shooting just 32.8%. Purdue improved to 10-1, while Marquette fell to 5-6. An announced crowd of 14,876 attended.