Illinois vs. Purdue Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Illinois Fighting Illini will visit the Purdue Boilermakers on Friday night for a Big Ten battle. Both teams are coming off blowout wins, but will the defense tighten up in this one? Matt McCuen breaks down this conference showdown and provides his pick on the total in Illinois vs. Purdue.
Matt McCuen - January 5, 2024, 1:45 PM EST
5 minIllinois vs. Purdue Prediction, Pick Against the Spread, Latest Odds
The Illinois Fighting Illini and the Purdue Boilermakers will meet from Mackey Arena for a Big Ten affair.
Illinois vs. Purdue State Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: January 5, 2024
- Game Time: 8:30 pm ET
- Where to Watch: Fox Sports
Illinois vs. Purdue Odds
- Spread: Illinois +10.5 (-110), Purdue -10.5 (-110)
- Total Odds: O/U 151.5 (-110)
- Moneyline Odds: Illinois (+430), Purdue (-600)
Illinois vs. Purdue Prediction
Illinois comes into play with a record of 11-2.
The Illini are ranked 9th in the nation.
Illinois has won four consecutive games.
Terrence Shannon Jr., who is the star of the Illini, has been suspended as he is being investigated for rape charges.
Senior Marcus Domask is off to an encouraging start this season with 13.2 points per game and 4.6 rebounds.
Veteran Quincy Guerrier is one of the top scoring options for the Illini, with 11.0 points per game and 7.4 rebounds.
Senior Coleman Hawkins has added 10.3 points and 5.5 rebounds per game.
The Illini offense has averaged 83.9 points per game.
Purdue begins play with a 13-1 record.
The Boilermakers are ranked first in the nation.
Purdue's last loss came on December 1st in overtime vs. Northwestern.
Zach Edey leads the Boilermakers scoring attack with 23.1 points per game and 10.3 rebounds.
Sophomore Braden Smith ranks eighth in the nation, averaging 6.7 assists.
Fletcher Loyer has added 11.3 points per game and 1.6 assists.
The Boilermakers offense has averaged 85.4 points per game.
Let’s jump into my best bet for tonight.
Illinois vs. Purdue Pick
Losing Shannon makes this offense limited.
These are two above-average defensive teams.
Illinois has held opponents to 65.5 points per game.
Purdue has held opponents to 67.0 points per game.
This will be a slow-paced game that will favor the under.
Pick: Purdue/Illinois under 151 -110 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds
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