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Indiana Hoosiers vs Purdue Boilermakers Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: January 31, 2025 at 8:00 PM ET

Venue: Mackey Arena — West Lafayette, IN

Article updated Jan 30, 10:21 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

In this upcoming Indiana vs. Purdue matchup, Purdue (16-5, 8-2 Big Ten) will face off against Indiana (14-7, 5-5 Big Ten) in a highly anticipated rivalry game. Last season,

Game outlook

In this upcoming Indiana vs. Purdue matchup, Purdue (16-5, 8-2 Big Ten) will face off against Indiana (14-7, 5-5 Big Ten) in a highly anticipated rivalry game. Last season, Purdue defeated Indiana in both meetings by at least 20 points. Indiana is coming off a close loss to Maryland, while Purdue dominated against #21 Michigan. Purdue is favored to win by 11.5 points, with the betting line remaining unchanged. Tipoff is set for 8:00 EST on FOX. Stay tuned for our Indiana vs. Purdue prediction.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Hoosiers +530 | Boilermakers -763

Spread: Hoosiers +11.5 (-110) | Boilermakers -11.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 146 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Purdue will win straight-up is 88%.

Indiana Hoosiers

The Indiana Hoosiers have struggled recently, losing four of their last five games and dropping to 9th in the Big Ten standings with a 5-5 league record. Despite their talent, they have not been able to produce consistent results. Key players include Mackenzie Mgbako, a top outside shooter, Oumar Ballo, their leading scorer and rebounder, and Malik Reneau. The team is ranked 62nd overall, with average offensive and defensive efficiency. Offensively, they shoot well from the field and free throw line but struggle with three-point shooting. Defensively, they allow a moderate percentage of field goals and have a solid rebounding game. Overall, the Hoosiers are currently on the outside looking in for a spot in the NCAA tournament.

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Purdue Boilermakers Analysis

The Purdue Boilermakers are currently positioned as one of the top teams in the Big Ten conference, with a strong chance of earning a high seed in the upcoming NCAA Tournament. Led by standout point guard Braden Smith, the team has been on a successful run, winning eight of their last nine games. Smith has been a key player for the team, averaging impressive stats and leading the team in scoring. Trey Kaufman-Renn has also emerged as a top scorer for the Boilermakers, showcasing his skills both inside the paint and outside. With a solid offensive and defensive performance, Purdue ranks highly in efficiency and is projected to be a 2-seed in the upcoming tournament.

Purdue poised to dominate Indiana in upcoming rivalry game

The Indiana roster is currently facing challenges in terms of player cohesion and talent alignment. While individually talented, Ballo and Reneau have not demonstrated effective teamwork as a unit. Their limited outside shooting and playmaking abilities in the post have resulted in offensive stagnation, with the team ranking 63rd in efficiency. In contrast, Purdue's roster, including Smith, Loyer, and Kaufman-Renn, has exhibited strong chemistry and offensive capabilities, ranking 7th in the nation in efficiency. Purdue has a track record of covering in recent games, while Indiana has faced losses in their recent outings. With Purdue's current form and strengths, they are likely to dominate in the upcoming rivalry game. It is advisable to consider Purdue as the favored team in this matchup.

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SportsJaw Hoosiers vs Boilermakers archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Hoosiers vs Boilermakers matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Indiana Hoosiers+530 → +600Moved
  • Moneyline · Purdue Boilermakers-763 → -900Moved
  • Spread · Indiana Hoosiers+11.5 (-110) → +12.25 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Purdue Boilermakers-11.5 (-110) → -12.25 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over146 (-110) → 145.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under146 (-110) → 145.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Indiana Hoosiers
18-14 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Purdue Boilermakers
30-9 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-31T03:21:26.511Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

No completed head-to-head result is available in the current history window.

Final result

Matchup pick recap

Purdue Boilermakers defeated Indiana Hoosiers 81-76

Purdue Boilermakers defeated Indiana Hoosiers 81-76 on January 31, 2025, a 5-point decision in the series. Purdue Boilermakers' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 44-35. Against SportsJaw's recorded Indiana Hoosiers +12.25 (-110) spread, Indiana Hoosiers covered, while the 157 combined points finished over the recorded total of 145.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

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Tipster picks

  • TphamTotal · Under 146 (-110)Loss
  • SimonsaysSpread · Purdue Boilermakers -11.5 (-110)Loss
  • 1735203231Total · Under 146 (-110)Loss
  • BookieslayerSpread · Indiana Hoosiers +12 (-110)Win
  • JohnnywalkerTotal · Over 146 (-110)Win
  • Mickey619Total · Over 146 (-110)Win
  • MickeytTotal · Over 146 (-110)Win
  • GeauxtigersSpread · Indiana Hoosiers +12 (-110)Win
  • JoeyBergSpread · Purdue Boilermakers -12 (-110)Loss
  • CovergirlTotal · Under 146 (-110)Loss
  • DengWinsSpread · Indiana Hoosiers +12 (-110)Win
  • Sarah_MillerSpread · Purdue Boilermakers -12 (-110)Loss
  • Teddy718Spread · Indiana Hoosiers +12 (-110)Win
  • 1707662905Total · Over 146 (-110)Win
  • JohnTharpMoneyline · Purdue Boilermakers -900Win
  • EXCELent Sports PicksTotal · Under 146 (-110)Loss
  • Mr_BiggsMoneyline · Purdue Boilermakers -850Win