ST. LOUIS (Interstat) — Purdue used a strong second half to defeat Miami 79-69 in an NCAA Division I men’s basketball playoff game Sunday at Enterprise Center.

The Boilermakers, who trailed 40-38 at halftime, outscored the Hurricanes 41-29 after intermission. Fletcher Loyer led Purdue with 24 points. Trey Kaufman-Renn added 19 points and nine rebounds.

Shelton Henderson scored 18 points for Miami. The Hurricanes finished their season 26-9. Purdue improved to 29-8 and advanced in the tournament.