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Ohio State Faces Uphill Battle Against #11 Purdue in High-Stakes Basketball Showdown

On Tuesday, Ohio State will face Purdue in a highly anticipated basketball game at Mackey Arena. The Buckeyes, with a record of 10-8, are struggling while the #11 ranked Boilermakers, with a record of 15-4, are on a winning streak. Purdue is the favorite to win with a current line of -10.5. It remains to be seen if Ohio State can upset the odds and end Purdue's winning streak.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Buckeyes +400 | Boilermakers -543
• Spread: Buckeyes +10.5 (-110) | Boilermakers -10.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 141.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Purdue will win straight-up is 84%.

Ohio St. vs Purdue Stats

Ohio St. Buckeyes

Ohio State's men's basketball team has been struggling recently, with a three-game losing streak in the Big Ten. In order to secure a spot in March Madness, they need to improve their performance on the road, particularly on offense. While the team typically scores an average of 80.1 points per game, their numbers drop significantly in away games. Defensively, they have also been struggling, allowing at least 70 points in four straight games. The team is currently dealing with key injuries to Meechie Johnson Jr. and Devin Royal. Despite these challenges, Ohio State is ranked 67th in offense and 191st in defense, with a season record of 10-8. For those looking to place bets, the team's performance and key statistics should be carefully considered.

Purdue Boilermakers Analysis

The Purdue Boilermakers are currently on a seven-game winning streak, with a strong offense led by Trey Kaufman-Renn averaging 77.2 points per game. Defensively, they have only allowed one opponent to score more than 65 points during this streak, holding teams to 67.4 points per contest. Purdue's defense forces an average of 12.3 turnovers per game, while limiting opposing teams to 30.3% from beyond the arc and 42.9% from the field. With a power ranking of 50 and key player Daniel Jacobsen out due to injury, the Boilermakers will face off against Ohio State looking to continue their success on both ends of the court.

Ohio State Faces Tough Odds Against Purdue in Upcoming Game

Ohio State's current performance indicates they will likely not be able to remain competitive in their upcoming game. With a 1-4 record and a corresponding 1-4-0 ATS record in 2025, all of which came against Big Ten opponents, the Buckeyes are facing challenging odds. Their struggles on the road, specifically a 1-3-0 ATS record, will further hinder their chances of success. Conversely, Purdue is positioned to dominate, with an average of 85.6 points scored at home on 52.7% shooting. In contrast, Ohio State's defense allows an average of 79.8 points on the road. Consideration of free throws, turnovers, and rebounding also points in Purdue's favor. Therefore, it is likely that Purdue will secure a significant victory. Betting on the Boilermakers to beat the spread seems to be a reasonable choice.

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