Purdue Boilermakers vs Rutgers Scarlet Knights Betting Picks & Predictions
The Purdue Boilermakers will face the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in a Big Ten Conference game on Thursday night. Purdue holds a record of 11-4 overall and 3-1 in Big Ten play,
Game outlook
The Purdue Boilermakers will face the Rutgers Scarlet Knights in a Big Ten Conference game on Thursday night. Purdue holds a record of 11-4 overall and 3-1 in Big Ten play, while Rutgers sits at 8-7 overall and 1-3 in conference play with two straight losses. The opening tap is set for 6:00 pm EST, with Purdue being the betting favorite at -1.5. The line has remained unchanged leading up to the game. Stay tuned for the prediction of the Purdue/Rutgers matchup.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Boilermakers -128 | Scarlet Knights +106
Spread: Boilermakers -1.5 (-110) | Scarlet Knights +1.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 149 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Purdue will win straight-up is 56%.
Purdue Boilermakers
The Purdue Boilermakers improved to 11-4 on the season with a dominant win over Northwestern, bringing their Big Ten record to 3-1. Head coach Matt Painter commended the team's rebounding efforts and solid defense in the game. Braden Smith led the Boilermakers with 22 points, while Trey Kaufman-Renn and CJ Cox added 12 points each. Purdue is adjusting to playing without Zach Edey and has shifted to a different style of play this season. The team ranks 88th in scoring offense, 31st in field goal shooting, and 13th in 3-point shooting. Defensively, they rank 105th in scoring defense and 156th in field goal defense. Purdue has played a tough schedule and is currently ranked 23rd in power rankings. The team next faces a challenge with center Daniel Jacobsen out due to injury.