Cluff goes 10-from-11 for season-high 23 points

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🇦🇺 Purdue Boilermakers 93, Penn State Nittany Lions 85 (Final)

Oscar Cluff delivered a season-high 23 points in Purdue’s home win, producing his most dominant offensive outing of the campaign with elite efficiency and physical control around the rim. The senior centre punished single coverage throughout, converting 10 of 11 field-goal attempts and consistently sealing deep in the paint to create high-percentage looks. Cluff’s presence forced Penn State to collapse defensively, opening space for Purdue’s perimeter shooters as the Boilermakers executed late to pull away.

Beyond the scoring, Cluff remained impactful on the glass and as a connective passer, finishing possessions, keeping the ball moving, and anchoring Purdue’s interior defence during key stretches. It was a performance that underlined his growing importance as a reliable low-post finisher and stabilising force in Purdue’s frontcourt rotation.

Oscar Cluff — Senior Center, Purdue
From Sunshine Coast, QLD | Height: 2.11 m

• Minutes: 30 │ Points: 23 (Season: 11.2) │ Rebounds: 7 (Season: 8.7) │ Assists: 2 (Season: 1.7) │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 1 │ Turnovers: 1 │ FG: 10–11 (90.9%) │ 3PT: 0–0 (0.0%) │ FT: 3–6 (50.0%)

🇦🇺 Florida Gators 91, #21 Tennessee Volunteers 67 (Final)

Australian junior forward Alex Condon logged 32 minutes for Florida, taking 11 field-goal attempts and finishing with 11 points. His box score included seven rebounds, three assists, three blocks, and one steal, with no turnovers recorded against the #21 ranked team int he country. He shot 4–11 from the field, 0–3 from three, and 3–5 at the free-throw line.

Alex Condon — Junior Forward, Florida
From Perth, WA | Height: 2.11 m

• Minutes: 32 │ Points: 11 (Season: 14.8) │ Rebounds: 7 (Season: 8.6) │ Assists: 3 (Season: 3.6) │ Steals: 1 │ Blocks: 3 │ Turnovers: 0 │ FG: 4–11 (36.4%) │ 3PT: 0–3 (0.0%) │ FT: 3–5 (60.0%)

🇦🇺 Saint Mary's Gaels 88, Washington State Cougars 82 (Final)

Joshua Dent put his stamp on the result, erupting for 26 points in 40 minutes and controlling the game from the guard spot as Saint Mary’s outlasted Washington State at home. The sophomore guard was ruthless from the perimeter, drilling 6-of-9 from three, repeatedly punishing defensive switches and late closeouts. Dent combined shot-making with pace control, keeping the Gaels organised late while also generating defensive pressure with five steals to swing momentum.

In the frontcourt, Harry Wessels provided valuable interior minutes, finishing cleanly when his number was called and battling physically inside to steady the Gaels during key stretches. Freshman Rory Hawke saw limited floor time, contributing as a connector while gaining experience in a tight rotation.

Joshua Dent — Sophomore Guard, Saint Mary’s
From Wollongong, NSW | Height: 1.91 m

• Minutes: 40 │ Points: 26 (Season: 12.4) │ Rebounds: 2 (Season: 2.6) │ Assists: 4 (Season: 5.1) │ Steals: 5 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 4 │ FG: 9–14 (64.3%) │ 3PT: 6–9 (66.7%) │ FT: 2–2 (100.0%)

Harry Wessels — Senior Center, Saint Mary’s
From Boddington, WA | Height: 2.16 m

• Minutes: 15 │ Points: 3 (Season: 5.3) │ Rebounds: 4 (Season: 4.8) │ Assists: 0 (Season: 0.4) │ Steals: 1 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 2 │ FG: 1–1 (100.0%) │ 3PT: 0–0 (0.0%) │ FT: 1–1 (100.0%)

Rory Hawke — Freshman Guard, Saint Mary’s
From Townsville, QLD | Height: 1.96 m

• Minutes: 8 │ Points: 0 (Season: 3.1) │ Rebounds: 0 (Season: 1.2) │ Assists: 1 (Season: 0.3) │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 0 │ FG: 0–3 (0.0%) │ 3PT: 0–2 (0.0%) │ FT: 0–0 (0.0%)

Vanderbilt Commodores 84, 🇦🇺 LSU Tigers 73 (Final)

Max Mackinnon scored 27 points in 38 minutes for LSU in a road loss, taking 16 field-goal attempts and converting nine shots. His line included four rebounds, four assists, and two steals, shooting 3–6 from three and 6–6 at the free-throw line, with one turnover recorded.

Max Mackinnon — Senior Guard, LSU
From Brisbane, QLD | Height: 1.98 m

• Minutes: 38 │ Points: 27 (Season: 13.6) │ Rebounds: 4 (Season: 2.6) │ Assists: 4 (Season: 2.3) │ Steals: 2 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 1 │ FG: 9–16 (56.3%) │ 3PT: 3–6 (50.0%) │ FT: 6–6 (100.0%)

🇦🇺 Harvard Crimson 79, Columbia Lions 54 (Final)

Australian junior forward Luca Ace-Nasteski logged rotation minutes in Harvard’s road win, appearing for 13 minutes and recording his scoring at the free-throw line. His box score contribution came via two made free throws, along with two assists, one rebound, and one steal, while he did not convert a field-goal attempt.

Luca Ace-Nasteski — Junior Forward, Harvard
From Manly, NSW | Height: 2.08 m

• Minutes: 13 | Points: 2 (Season: 1.7) | Rebounds: 1 (Season: 1.1) | Assists: 2 (Season: 0.2) | Steals: 1 | Blocks: 0 | Turnovers: 0 | FG: 0–1 (0.0%) | 3PT: 0–0 (0.0%) | FT: 2–2 (100.0%)

🇦🇺 UC San Diego Tritons 69, UC Riverside Highlanders 66 (Final)

Australian junior forward Bol Dengdit logged 29 minutes in UC San Diego’s road win, taking 14 field-goal attempts and finishing with 17 points. His scoring came via 7-of-14 FG, with two free throws made, alongside two rebounds and one steal.
Australian freshman guard Ben Waller appeared for 9 minutes for UC Riverside, recording one rebound and one steal, with no made field goals.

Bol Dengdit — Junior Forward, UC San Diego
From Melbourne, VIC | Height: 2.11 m

• Minutes: 29 | Points: 17 (Season: 10.4) | Rebounds: 2 (Season: 5.3) | Assists: 0 (Season: 1.8) | Steals: 1 | Blocks: 0 | Turnovers: 0 FG: 7–14 (50.0%) | 3PT: 1–6 (16.7%) | FT: 2–4 (50.0%)

Ben Waller — Freshman Guard, UC Riverside
From Traralgon, VIC

• Minutes: 9 | Points: 0 (Season: 1.4) | Rebounds: 1 (Season: 1.0) | Assists: 0 (Season: 0.3) | Steals: 1 | Blocks: 0 | Turnovers: 0 | FG: 0–1 (0.0%) | 3PT: 0–0 (0.0%) | FT: 0–0 (0.0%)

🇦🇺 East Texas A&M Lions 77, UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros 69 (Final)

Australian junior forward Noah Pagotto logged 32 minutes in East Texas A&M’s home win, recording a double-digit rebounding night with 11 boards while taking eight field-goal attempts. His scoring came on 5-of-8 FG with two made free throws, alongside four assists, two steals, and one block.

Noah Pagotto — Junior Forward, East Texas A&M
From Wollongong, NSW | Height: 2.03 m

• Minutes: 32 | Points: 12 (Season: 7.7) | Rebounds: 11 (Season: 4.1) | Assists: 4 (Season: 0.6) | Steals: 2 | Blocks: 1 | Turnovers: 1 | FG: 5–8 (62.5%) | 3PT: 0–1 (0.0%) | FT: 2–2 (100.0%)

🇦🇺 Syracuse Orange 83, Pittsburgh Panthers 72 (Final)

Australian freshman forward Roman Siulepa logged 22 minutes for Pittsburgh, taking 11 field-goal attempts and finishing with 13 points. His output included eight rebounds, two blocks, one steal, and two turnovers, shooting 5–11 from the field, 0–4 from three, and 3–3 at the free-throw line.

Roman Siulepa — Freshman Forward, Pittsburgh
From Brisbane, QLD | Height: 1.98 m

• Minutes: 22 │ Points: 13 (Season: 8.8) │ Rebounds: 8 (Season: 3.8) │ Assists: 0 (Season: 0.7) │ Steals: 1 │ Blocks: 2 │ Turnovers: 2 │ FG: 5–11 (45.5%) │ 3PT: 0–4 (0.0%) │ FT: 3–3 (100.0%)

🇦🇺 Arizona Wildcats 86, TCU Horned Frogs 73 (Final)

Australian senior guard Anthony Dell’Orso logged 26 minutes in Arizona’s road win, taking 12 field-goal attempts and finishing with 17 points. His output included three rebounds, four assists, and one steal, shooting 6–12 from the field, 3–6 from three, and 2–2 at the free-throw line, with no turnovers recorded.

Anthony Dell’Orso — Senior Guard, Arizona
From Melbourne, VIC | Height: 1.98 m

• Minutes: 26 │ Points: 17 (Season: 9.7) │ Rebounds: 3 (Season: 1.9) │ Assists: 4 (Season: 2.7) │ Steals: 1 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 0 │ FG: 6–12 (50.0%) │ 3PT: 3–6 (50.0%) │ FT: 2–2 (100.0%)

🇦🇺 Cal State Fullerton Titans 86, CSUN Matadors 79 (Final)

Australian junior guard Bailey Nunn logged 15 minutes in Cal State Fullerton’s home win, taking one field-goal attempt and finishing with three points. His output included one rebound, three assists, one steal, and one turnover, shooting 1–1 from the field and 1–1 from three, with no free-throw attempts.

Bailey Nunn — Junior Guard, Cal State Fullerton
From Melbourne, VIC | Height: 1.83 m

• Minutes: 15 │ Points: 3 (Season: 4.0) │ Rebounds: 1 (Season: 2.2) │ Assists: 3 (Season: 2.0) │ Steals: 1 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 1 │ FG: 1–1 (100.0%) │ 3PT: 1–1 (100.0%) │ FT: 0–0 (0.0%)

🇦🇺 Eastern Kentucky Colonels 79, Central Arkansas Bears 75 (OT, Final)

Australian freshmen Harry Beauchamp and Truman Byrne both logged rotation minutes for Central Arkansas in an overtime road loss. Beauchamp appeared for 12 minutes, taking four field-goal attempts and finishing with three points, while Byrne played 13 minutes, converting all four of his shot attempts to record six points and two assists.

Harry Beauchamp — Freshman Guard, Central Arkansas
From Melbourne, VIC | Height: 1.96 m

• Minutes: 12 │ Points: 3 (Season: 4.5) │ Rebounds: 0 (Season: 1.1) │ Assists: 1 (Season: 0.8) │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 1 │ FG: 1–4 (25.0%) │ 3PT: 1–4 (25.0%) │ FT: 0–0 (0.0%)

Truman Byrne — Freshman Forward, Central Arkansas
From Melbourne, VIC | Height: 2.08 m

• Minutes: 13 │ Points: 6 (Season: 3.8) │ Rebounds: 1 (Season: 3.8) │ Assists: 2 (Season: 1.7) │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 2 │ FG: 2–2 (100.0%) │ 3PT: 2–2 (100.0%) │ FT: 0–0 (0.0%)

🇦🇺 Lehigh Mountain Hawks 78, Colgate Raiders 77 (Final)

Australian sophomore guard Ben Tweedy logged 31 minutes for Colgate in a one-point home loss, taking eight field-goal attempts and finishing with 13 points. His line included three rebounds, two assists, and one block, shooting 5–8 from the field, 1–2 from three, and 2–3 at the free-throw line, with no turnovers recorded.

Ben Tweedy — Sophomore Guard, Colgate
From Rockhampton, QLD | Height: 1.93 m

• Minutes: 31 │ Points: 13 (Season: 8.4) │ Rebounds: 3 (Season: 2.9) │ Assists: 2 (Season: 2.3) │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 1 │ Turnovers: 0 │ FG: 5–8 (62.5%) │ 3PT: 1–2 (50.0%) │ FT: 2–3 (66.7%)

🇦🇺 UConn Huskies 72, DePaul Blue Demons 60 (Final)

Australian freshman guard Jacob Furphy appeared for one minute in UConn’s home win, recording no shot attempts and one turnover. No other box score actions were logged during his time on the floor.

Jacob Furphy — Freshman Guard, UConn
From Smithton, TAS | Height: 1.98 m

• Minutes: 1 │ Points: 0 (Season: 1.0) │ Rebounds: 0 (Season: 0.0) │ Assists: 0 (Season: 0.0) │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 1 │ FG: 0–0 (0.0%) │ 3PT: 0–0 (0.0%) │ FT: 0–0 (0.0%)

🇦🇺 Fordham Rams 81, St. Bonaventure Bonnies 77 (Final)

Australian sophomore centre Jack Whitbourn logged 35 minutes in Fordham’s road win, taking 12 field-goal attempts and finishing with 14 points. His box score included 11 rebounds, one assist, and three turnovers, shooting 6–12 from the field, 0–1 from three, and 2–2 at the free-throw line.

Jack Whitbourn — Sophomore Center, Fordham
From Melbourne, VIC | Height: 2.11 m

• Minutes: 35 │ Points: 14 (Season: 10.0) │ Rebounds: 11 (Season: 8.5) │ Assists: 1 (Season: 1.0) │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 3 │ FG: 6–12 (50.0%) │ 3PT: 0–1 (0.0%) │ FT: 2–2 (100.0%)

🇦🇺 Lamar Cardinals 63, Incarnate Word Cardinals 51 (Final)

Australian senior centre Lewis Rowe appeared for eight minutes for Incarnate Word in a road loss, taking one field-goal attempt and recording no points. His box score activity was limited to one personal foul and one turnover, with no rebounds or assists logged during his time on the floor.

Lewis Rowe — Senior Center, Incarnate Word
From Adelaide, SA | Height: 2.08 m

• Minutes: 8 │ Points: 0 (Season: 1.9) │ Rebounds: 0 (Season: 2.9) │ Assists: 0 (Season: 1.5) │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 1 │ FG: 0–1 (0.0%) │ 3PT: 0–0 (0.0%) │ FT: 0–0 (0.0%)

🇦🇺 Idaho State Bengals 81, Northern Arizona Lumberjacks 79 (Final)

Australian guards Lachlan Brewer and Caleb Van De Griend both logged rotation minutes in Idaho State’s two-point road win. Brewer appeared for 29 minutes, taking five field-goal attempts and finishing with nine points, while Van De Griend played 20 minutes, also recording nine points on seven attempts, alongside seven rebounds.

Lachlan Brewer — Sophomore Guard, Idaho State
From Launceston, TAS | Height: 1.98 m

• Minutes: 29 │ Points: 9 (Season: 9.5) │ Rebounds: 1 (Season: 4.0) │ Assists: 1 (Season: 1.4) │ Steals: 1 │ Blocks: 1 │ Turnovers: 0 │ FG: 4–5 (80.0%) │ 3PT: 1–2 (50.0%) │ FT: 0–0 (0.0%)

Caleb Van De Griend — Senior Forward, Idaho State
From Bridgetown, WA | Height: 2.03 m

• Minutes: 20 │ Points: 9 (Season: 13.7) │ Rebounds: 7 (Season: 7.0) │ Assists: 0 (Season: 0.9) │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 1 │ Turnovers: 2 │ FG: 4–7 (57.1%) │ 3PT: 1–2 (50.0%) │ FT: 0–0 (0.0%)

🇦🇺 Bucknell Bison 70, Loyola Maryland Greyhounds 67 (Final)

Australian freshman forward Emmett Adair logged 25 minutes for Loyola Maryland in a three-point road loss, taking four field-goal attempts and finishing with seven points. His box score included seven rebounds, one assist, and one steal, shooting 3–4 from the field and 1–2 from three, with no free-throw attempts.

Emmett Adair — Freshman Forward, Loyola Maryland
From Sydney, NSW | Height: 2.06 m

• Minutes: 25 │ Points: 7 (Season: 11.8) │ Rebounds: 7 (Season: 5.2) │ Assists: 1 (Season: 1.4) │ Steals: 1 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 2 │ FG: 3–4 (75.0%) │ 3PT: 1–2 (50.0%) │ FT: 0–0 (0.0%)

🇦🇺 Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks 69, Howard Bison 57 (Final)

Joseph Locandro scored nine points in 20 minutes for Maryland Eastern Shore, taking eight field-goal attempts and converting three shots in a home win. His line included two rebounds and one steal, shooting 1–3 from three and 2–3 at the free-throw line, with one turnover recorded.

Joseph Locandro — Senior Forward, Maryland Eastern Shore
From Melbourne, VIC | Height: 2.06 m

• Minutes: 20 │ Points: 9 (Season: 11.5) │ Rebounds: 2 (Season: 3.8) │ Assists: 0 (Season: 0.7) │ Steals: 1 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 1 │ FG: 3–8 (37.5%) │ 3PT: 1–3 (33.3%) │ FT: 2–3 (66.7%)

🇦🇺 Kentucky Wildcats 92, Mississippi State Bulldogs 68 (Final)

Achor Achor scored 13 points in 29 minutes for Mississippi State, taking eight field-goal attempts and converting six shots in a road loss. His line included 11 rebounds, two steals, and one assist, shooting 6–8 from the field, 0–1 from three, and 1–2 at the free-throw line, with four turnovers recorded.

Achor Achor — Senior Forward, Mississippi State
From Melbourne, VIC | Height: 2.06 m

• Minutes: 29 │ Points: 13 (Season: 4.5) │ Rebounds: 11 (Season: 6.9) │ Assists: 1 (Season: 0.5) │ Steals: 2 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 4 │ FG: 6–8 (75.0%) │ 3PT: 0–1 (0.0%) │ FT: 1–2 (50.0%)

🇦🇺 Ohio Bobcats 91, Buffalo Bulls 80 (Final)

Kiir Kuany recorded no points in two minutes for Ohio, appearing briefly with no shot attempts. His box score shows two personal fouls and no other recorded actions during his time on the floor.

Kiir Kuany — Freshman Forward, Ohio
From Melbourne, VIC | Height: 2.06 m

• Minutes: 2 │ Points: 0 (Season: 3.9) │ Rebounds: 0 (Season: 1.1) │ Assists: 0 (Season: 0.1) │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 0 │ FG: 0–0 (0.0%) │ 3PT: 0–0 (0.0%) │ FT: 0–0 (0.0%)

Mercer Bears 109, 🇦🇺 Wofford Terriers 97 (Final)

Rex Stirling was thrown into a high-tempo shootout, logging eight minutes as Wofford chased Mercer’s offensive surge in a road loss. The junior forward was asked to operate as a connector on both ends, moving the ball quickly and defending multiple positions as the Terriers attempted to stem momentum during a decisive middle stretch.

Stirling didn’t find a scoring rhythm in his brief run, missing both field-goal attempts, but stayed engaged defensively with a steal and added a rebound and assist while absorbing physical matchups in a fast, free-flowing contest that offered little margin for rotational players.

Rex Stirling — Junior Forward, Wofford
From Melbourne, VIC | Height: 2.03 m

• Minutes: 8 │ Points: 0 (Season: 5.4) │ Rebounds: 1 (Season: 2.9) │ Assists: 1 (Season: 0.7) │ Steals: 1 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 0 │ FG: 0–2 (0.0%) │ 3PT: 0–0 (0.0%) │ FT: 0–0 (0.0%)

🇦🇺 Portland Pilots 82, Oregon State Beavers 76 (Final)

Joel Foxwell closed the game, scoring 18 points and living at the foul line late as Portland held off Oregon State in a physical home win. The freshman guard carried a heavy on-ball load across 38 minutes, repeatedly attacking gaps, drawing contact, and converting when the Pilots needed composure most. While his perimeter shot didn’t fall consistently, Foxwell’s pressure downhill and perfect free-throw shooting ensured Portland stayed in control during the final stretch.

James O’Donnell made every touch count in a compact but impactful stint, finishing with seven points in nine minutes. The sophomore forward was efficient around the rim, punished switches, and helped Portland stabilise the interior during key rotations despite limited floor time.

For Oregon State, Yaak Yaak battled inside, posting 10 points and four rebounds while converting all four free throws. The junior centre provided a steady interior presence and finished through contact, but the Beavers struggled to contain Foxwell’s late-game creation.

Joel Foxwell — Freshman Guard, Portland
From Melbourne, VIC | Height: 1.85 m

• Minutes: 38 │ Points: 18 (Season: 14.4) │ Rebounds: 4 (Season: 4.0) │ Assists: 5 (Season: 7.3) │ Steals: 2 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 1 │ FG: 5–16 (31.3%) │ 3PT: 1–8 (12.5%) │ FT: 7–7 (100.0%)

James O’Donnell — Sophomore Forward, Portland
From Sydney, NSW | Height: 2.08 m

• Minutes: 9 │ Points: 7 (Season: 9.6) │ Rebounds: 3 (Season: 4.8) │ Assists: 0 (Season: 0.8) │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 0 │ FG: 2–3 (66.7%) │ 3PT: 0–0 (0.0%) │ FT: 3–6 (50.0%)

Yaak Yaak — Junior Center, Oregon State
From Adelaide, SA | Height: 2.11 m

• Minutes: 18 │ Points: 10 (Season: 6.1) │ Rebounds: 4 (Season: 2.2) │ Assists: 1 (Season: 0.1) │ Steals: 0 │ Blocks: 0 │ Turnovers: 1 │ FG: 3–7 (42.9%) │ 3PT: 0–0 (0.0%) │ FT: 4–4 (100.0%)