Finally Four: Matt Painter convinced Purdue adversity is a supplement

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In the estimation of head coach Matt Painter, Purdue reached the Final Four by not running from adversity.

Painter said the Boilermakers (33-4) were not necessarily driven by past tournament failures, well-worn issues such as handling pressure and perimeter shooting, but they took a full, honestmeasurement of their NCAA Tournament misfortune.

"Just a purpose," P