Yale Bulldogs vs Purdue Boilermakers Betting Picks & Predictions

Game outlook

The Yale Bulldogs are preparing to face the 14th-ranked Purdue Boilermakers in a nonconference matchup at Mackey Arena on Monday night. The Bulldogs are coming off a road loss to the UIC Flames, while the Boilermakers secured a home victory over the Northern Kentucky Norse. Purdue is currently favored at -14.5, with an opening line of -16.5. For more insights on betting for the Yale Bulldogs vs. Purdue Boilermakers game, check out our College Basketball Picks.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Bulldogs +790 | Boilermakers -1,325

Spread: Bulldogs +14.5 (-110) | Boilermakers -14.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 145 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Purdue will win straight-up is 93%.

Yale Bulldogs

The Yale Bulldogs have shown improvement in their offense, averaging 83.5 points per game and shooting 45.5% from the field and 40.9% from three-point range. Senior guard John Poulakidas leads the team with 20.0 points per game. On the defensive side, the Bulldogs need to work on allowing fewer points per game. With a current power ranking of 199, Yale is ranked 146th in offense and 56th in defense. They are currently 1-0 this season. In terms of shooting percentages, Yale averages 46.67% from the field, 35.08% from three, and 70.70% from the free-throw line. Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 42.07% from the field, 33.80% from three, and 73.61% from the free-throw line. The Bulldogs average 36.52 rebounds per game and 15.00 offensive assists per game. It is essential for the team to improve their defensive performance moving forward.