The Wisconsin Badgers (21-12, 11-9 BIG) face off against the Purdue Boilermakers (29-3, 17-3) in the Big Ten tournament Semifinals. Wisconsin lost to Purdue on the road by eight points six days ago. However, they are coming off an impressive 9-point win against Northwestern. Meanwhile, Purdue eked out a five-point victory over the Michigan State Spartans. While Purdue is by far the better team, Wisconsin hopes to stage a shocking upset today.
But do you see the Boilermakers losing to the Badgers today?
Wisconsin Badgers vs Purdue Boilermakers Betting Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | MoneyLine |
| Wisconsin | +6 -110 |
O 143.5 -108 |
+210 |
| Purdue | -6 -110 |
U 143.5 -112 |
-258 |
| **Odds Courtesy of DraftKings** | |||
Wisconsin Badgers vs Purdue Boilermakers Game Details
- Fixture: Wisconsin Badgers vs Purdue Boilermakers
- Date and Time: March 16, 2024 @ 1:00 pm EST
- Location: Target Center in Minneapolis, MN
Apex Tale of the Tape
| Wisconsin Badgers | Vs. | Purdue Boilermakers |
| 21-12 | Record | 29-3 |
| 74.7 | Points Per Game | 83.7 |
| 46.4 | FG% | 48.9 |
| 35.4 | 3PT% | 41.0 |
| 34.1 | Rebounds Per Game | 40.2 |
| 69.1 | Points Allowed Per Game | 70.0 |
| 45.6 | Defensive FG% | 41.8 |
| 37.3 | Defensive 3PT% | 31.8 |
| 71.6 | Defensive FT% | 72.7 |
| 30.1 | Defensive Rebounds Against | 29.6 |
| 3-2 | Last 5 W-L | 5-0 |
| 72.1 | Team Pace | 70.9 |
Key Stats
Wisconsin Badgers
In the win against Northwestern, Wisconsin was able to get it going from three-point range. They shot 45.5% from range. Both Steven Crowl and AJ Storr went three of five from beyond the arc. Additionally, Storr finished with 30 total points, while Crowl finished with 19 by comparison. However, the only other player to score double figures was Max Klesmit, who finished with 10 points. In order for the Wisconsin Badgers to beat the Purdue Boilermakers, they will need to increase their scoring from other areas and continue to be hot from outside the perimeter.
Purdue Boilermakers
Purdue is coming off a tough game against the Spartans. However, they will always be in any game, as they have one of the better players in the nation. Zach Edey is shooting an impressive 61.9% from the field for 24.3 points per game. Furthermore, Braden Smith averages 7.2 assists per game, but he will need to keep up his 2.8 turnovers per game or less against the Wisconsin Badgers backcourt. Additionally, the Purdue Boilermakers need at least one other person to get going offensively. Therefore, Lance Jones needs to up his 12.3 points per game average.
Injury Report
Wisconsin Badgers
- Isaac Lindsey – Out
- Isaac Gard – Out
- Gus Yalden – Out
Purdue Boilermakers
- Braden Smith – Questionable
Game Prediction
The Wisconsin Badgers are doing well to salvage their season. Despite the win, concerns remain. Northwestern was limited due to injuries and Wisconsin uncharacteristically shot decent from range. Conversely, Purdue has someone who should have a field day against the Badgers frontcourt. Therefore, I am picking the Purdue Big Ten favorites against the spread. Wisconsin playing the Purdue Boilermakers close would be quite something, but I don’t see it happening.
Final Pick
Purdue Boilermakers -6 (-110)
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