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Purdue Boilermakers Look to Bounce Back Against Michigan State Spartans - Big Ten Showdown Predicted to Be a Close Matchup

In a Big Ten showdown, the Purdue Boilermakers (19-7) will face the Michigan State Spartans (20-5) on Tuesday evening. Purdue suffered a home loss to Wisconsin, while Michigan State fell to Illinois on the road in their previous games. Purdue had a 2-0 record against Michigan State last season. Michigan State is favored to win by -3.5, with the line remaining unchanged. For the full prediction and more NCAAB picks, visit our website to increase your chances of winning big.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Boilermakers +138 | Spartans -166
• Spread: Boilermakers +3.5 (-110) | Spartans -3.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 148.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Michigan St. will win straight-up is 62%.

Purdue vs Michigan St. Stats

Purdue Boilermakers

The Purdue Boilermakers are looking to turn things around after suffering two consecutive losses, including a close defeat to Michigan and a defensive struggle against Wisconsin. Despite this, the team is still 11-4 in conference play and remains just 1.5 games out of first place. Standout players Trey Kaufman-Renn, Braden Smith, Fletcher Loyer, and C.J. Cox have been key contributors to the team's success. Purdue is ranked 10th in DI in Ken Pomeroy's ratings and recently dropped to #13 in the AP Top 25. Offensively, the Boilermakers are performing well, hitting a high percentage of their field goals and three-pointers. Defensively, they have room for improvement but have shown the ability to limit opponents' scoring. Overall, Purdue has had a strong season with a 19-7 record and remains a competitive force in the Big Ten conference.

Michigan St. Spartans Analysis

The Michigan State Spartans are currently in second place in the Big Ten standings with an 11-3 record. Despite losing three of their last five games, including a disappointing loss to Indiana, they bounced back with a 79-65 road win against Illinois. Jaden Akins and Jase Richardson have been consistent scorers for the team, with Akins averaging 13.2 PPG and Richardson averaging 10.3 PPG. Tre Holloman and Jaxon Koehler are also contributing to the team's offensive efforts. The Spartans are ranked 17th in the country by Ken Pomeroy and recently dropped to #14 in the AP Top 25 rankings. They have a 6-1 record on their home court in Big Ten play. Offensively, the Spartans are averaging 79.3 points per game, while defensively they are allowing opponents to score an average of 67.5 points. In terms of power ranking, Michigan State is at 143 and ranks #62 for offense and #63 for defense. In their last three matchups against Purdue, the Spartans have come out on top each time. They have strong shooting percentages, rebounding stats, and assist-to-turnover ratios. Defensively, they are limiting opponents' field goal and three-point percentages, while also performing well in rebounding and defensive assists.

Purdue Boilermakers Suffer Two Consecutive Losses as Michigan State Spartans Dominate Home Court

The Purdue Boilermakers have recently experienced a setback, having lost two consecutive games to Michigan and Wisconsin. The defeat against Wisconsin was unexpected, as they were favored by six points. On the other hand, the Michigan State Spartans have displayed dominance on their home court, boasting a 6-1 record in Big Ten play, which includes a victory over Illinois. Additionally, the Spartans have demonstrated superior defensive capabilities in comparison to the Boilermakers. The Boilermakers have allowed 98.6 points per 100 possessions, whereas the Spartans have only conceded 94.5 points per 100 possessions, ranking them 13th in the nation in adjusted defensive efficiency. Notably, four out of the Spartans' last five home wins have been by a margin of five or more points.

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