"Free-throw merchant" - Fans react to Purdue's Zach Edey getting multiple foul calls from refs vs MI State

Purdue's Zach Edey drew the wrath of fans on social media after receiving numerous foul calls in the game against Michigan State. Edey went 14-of-20 from the free-throw line during his 32-point outing.

Although he shot an efficient 9-of-15 from the field and tallied 11 rebounds, it was the volume of free throws that had fans up in arms.

Many took to X to voice their displeasure, labeling him a "free-throw merchant" and accusing him of earning cheap fouls.

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Zach Edey's 32-point night leads Purdue Boilermakers to close win

The No. 2 Boilermakers sealed a share of the Big Ten regular-season championship with an 80-74 victory against Michigan State on Saturday.

Edey was instrumental in the victory, contributing 32 points. Mady Sissoko, Jaxon Kohler, Xavier Booker and Carson Cooper, who were tasked with guarding Edey for most of the game, struggled as they combined for 13 fouls.

Fletcher Loyer chipped in with 15 points, while Braden Smith added 23.

Purdue trailed by eight early, but soon fired into action and took a narrow three-point lead into the break. They led by as many as 15 after going on a 16-4 run early in the second half.

However, the Spartans refused to throw in the towel and pulled to within three points with around 10 minutes to play. They could not make further inroads though as Edey took control down the stretch.

For Michigan State, Tyson Walker top scored with 14 points. Jaden Akins added 13, Malik Hall chipped in with 12 and Xavier Booker had 11.

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