The Nittany Lions didn't have enough energy left in the second half of this semifinal, as Purdue made 54 percent of its shots compared to Penn State's 34 percent performance.
The fifth-year senior has been a key player for the Nittany Lions in the absence of Mike Watkins.
Support from Josh Reaves and Shep Garner will be key for the Nittany Lions to defeat Purdue in their semifinal matchup.
If Penn State can stay out of foul trouble, this team is playing with enough confidence to upset Purdue.
Though the candidates have officially been announced, no ticket (executive or otherwise) is able to begin campaigning until the Monday after Spring Break (March 12).
Tony Carr, in the offensive set at the top of the key, found Reaves with a killer pass to put Penn State ahead 69-68 with three seconds to go.