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Game time: March 31, 2024 at 2:20 PM ET

Venue: Little Caesars Arena — Detroit, MI

Article updated Mar 30, 10:23 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

On Sunday, the two-seed and one-seed will face off at Little Caesars Arena for a chance to advance to the Final Four. Tennessee (27-8) and Purdue (32-4) both earned their

Game outlook

On Sunday, the two-seed and one-seed will face off at Little Caesars Arena for a chance to advance to the Final Four. Tennessee (27-8) and Purdue (32-4) both earned their spots in the Elite Eight with impressive wins in the previous rounds. This will be the second meeting between the two teams this season, with Purdue coming out on top in their first matchup. Tennessee may be without guard Santiago Vescovi due to illness. Purdue is the current betting favorite at -3, with the line now at Purdue -3.5. Tip-off is scheduled for 2:20 p.m. ET in Detroit.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Volunteers +150 | Boilermakers -177

Spread: Volunteers +3.5 (-110) | Boilermakers -3.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 147.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Purdue will win straight-up is 64%.

Tennessee Volunteers

Tennessee's victory over Creighton in the NCAA tournament showcased a strong second-half performance, led by senior guard Dalton Knecht's impressive stat line of 24 points, six rebounds, and five assists. The win has put the Volunteers within reach of their first-ever Final Four appearance. Coach Rick Barnes praised Knecht's defensive effort and overall engagement in the game. The team is ranked sixth nationally and has strong offensive and defensive efficiency ratings. Key players to watch include Zakai Zeigler, Jonas Aidoo, and Josiah-Jordan James. Tennessee's offensive and defensive stats highlight their strengths in shooting, rebounding, and defensive percentages. Sports betting options are available for fans interested in wagering on the team's performance.

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Purdue Boilermakers Analysis

In a recent matchup, Purdue defeated Gonzaga by holding them to only 32 points in the second half and outscoring them in the paint. Zach Edey led the way with 27 points and 14 rebounds, while Braden Smith added 14 points, 15 assists, and eight rebounds. Purdue's strong offensive and defensive performance has earned them a third national ranking, with impressive statistics in points scored, field goal percentage, three-point percentage, and total rebounds. Edey is a standout player for Purdue, averaging 24.6 points, 12.1 rebounds, and 2.2 blocks per game. Purdue's offensive efficiency and defensive strength make them a team to watch in the NCAA Tournament.

Purdue's Stellar Lineup and Momentum Points to Postseason Success

Purdue's current lineup demonstrates immense potential for success in the postseason, with standout performances from players like Edey dominating in the paint and long-range shooters such as Smith, Loyer, and Gillis proving to be lethal threats from beyond the arc. Despite a setback in last year's tournament, the team appears to be focused on their current advancement and not dwelling on past disappointments. Looking ahead to the upcoming game, Edey is expected to perform exceptionally well against his opponent. While Tennessee has shown defensive strength in perimeter shooting, Purdue's sharpshooters are poised to have a more successful outing. Recent games have showcased the team's ability to stifle high-scoring opponents while maintaining efficiency in their own offensive strategies. With a solid performance in the tournament so far, Purdue is in a prime position to secure a spot in the Final Four. Expect a strong showing in the upcoming game as the team capitalizes on their current momentum.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Tennessee Volunteers+143 → +145Moved
  • Moneyline · Purdue Boilermakers-166 → -166Unchanged
  • Spread · Tennessee Volunteers+3 (-110) → +3 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · Purdue Boilermakers-3 (-110) → -3 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over147.5 (-110) → 148 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under147.5 (-110) → 148 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Tennessee Volunteers
25-11 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Purdue Boilermakers
30-9 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-03-31T02:23:05.283Z). 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

  • 2023-11-21Tennessee Volunteers 67 · Purdue Boilermakers 71
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Purdue Boilermakers defeated Tennessee Volunteers 72-66

Purdue Boilermakers defeated Tennessee Volunteers 72-66 on March 31, 2024, a 6-point decision in the series. Purdue Boilermakers' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 36-32. Against SportsJaw's recorded Tennessee Volunteers +3 (-110) spread, Purdue Boilermakers covered, while the 138 combined points finished under the recorded total of 148.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • BrycetTotal · Under 147.5 (-110)Win
  • Fisher49Total · Over 147.5 (-110)Loss
  • Randy54Total · Under 147.5 (-110)Win
  • StevehSpread · Tennessee Volunteers +3 (-110)Loss
  • 1118240754Spread · Purdue Boilermakers -3 (-110)Win
  • Lockpicker69Total · Over 147.5 (-110)Loss
  • StevedSpread · Purdue Boilermakers +3 (-110)Win
  • SfdanSpread · Purdue Boilermakers -3 (-110)Win
  • KingjamesSpread · Purdue Boilermakers -3 (-110)Win
  • KrockpicksSpread · Purdue Boilermakers -3 (-110)Win
  • BluedevilSpread · Purdue Boilermakers -3 (-110)Win
  • AveragejoeSpread · Purdue Boilermakers -3 (-110)Win
  • JeffjacksonTotal · Under 147.5 (-110)Win
  • Kentc_Spread · Purdue Boilermakers -3 (-110)Win
  • MickeytTotal · Over 147.5 (-110)Loss
  • GeauxtigersSpread · Purdue Boilermakers -3 (-110)Win
  • ThinkmakegrowSpread · Tennessee Volunteers +3 (-110)Loss
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Spread · Purdue Boilermakers +3.5 (-110)
Win
  • FlyigglesflySpread · Tennessee Volunteers +3.5 (-110)Loss
  • Altuve27Spread · Purdue Boilermakers -3.5 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · Purdue Boilermakers -3.5 (-110)Win