Omer Mayer Scores 8 Points in Purdue's Season-Opening Loss
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Israeli player Omer Mayer scored 8 points and 5 assists for Purdue in their 78-72 college basketball season-opening loss to Gonzaga in Las Vegas. Mayer led Purdue in assists and had no turnovers. Davis Fogal scored 22 points for Gonzaga, and Daniel Jacobsen scored 22 for Purdue. The game was part of the Hall of Fame season tip-off event.
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- Omer Mayer scored 8 points and 5 assists in Purdue's 78-72 loss to Gonzaga.
- The college basketball game took place in Las Vegas at the Hall of Fame season tip-off event.
- Mayer led Purdue in assists and had zero turnovers during his 25 minutes on court.
- Davis Fogal scored 22 points for Gonzaga, while Daniel Jacobsen had 22 for Purdue.
- Gonzaga secured their first win against Purdue in six meetings.
Israeli basketball player Omer Mayer began his college season with Purdue University, starting in their opening game on Monday night. Despite contributing 8 points and 5 assists in 25 minutes of play, Purdue lost to Gonzaga with a score of 78-72. The game took place in Las Vegas as part of the Hall of Fame season tip-off event. Mayer led Purdue in assists and did not commit any turnovers, also adding two rebounds and a steal. He struggled with his shooting, making 2 of 11 field goals, including 1 of 6 three-pointers, and was 3 of 4 from the free-throw line. Gonzaga built an 11-point lead with under six minutes remaining, but Purdue managed to narrow the gap to two points before Gonzaga secured the victory. This marks Gonzaga's first win against Purdue in six matchups. Davis Fogal was the top scorer for the winning team with 22 points, while Daniel Jacobsen also scored 22 points for Purdue.
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