Penn State vs Purdue prediction, odds and picks - Jan. 13 | College basketball season 2023-24
The Penn State Nittany Lions are on the road to play the top-ranked Purdue Boilermakers in a Big Ten Conference matchup on Saturday afternoon.
The Nittany Lions (8-8, 2-3) are looking to bounce back after a 76-72 home loss against the Northwestern Wildcats on Wednesday. On the other hand, the Boilermakers (14-2, 3-2) are looking to recover from Tuesday's 88-72 road loss against the Nebraska Cornhuskers.
Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Purdue Boilermakers betting odds
Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Purdue Boilermakers match details
Fixture: Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Purdue Boilermakers
Date and Time: Saturday, January 13, 2:15 p.m. ET
Venue: Mackey Complex, West Lafayette, Indiana
Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Purdue Boilermakers key stats
The Nittany Lions offense has been commendable, averaging 76.2 points per game while shooting 43.2 percent from the floor. Sophomore guard Kanye Clary has been playing well. In 31.0 minutes, he is averaging 18.8 points, 3.4 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.2 steals per game.
The Nittany Lions defense has been average, allowing 72.2 points per game. As of this point, they are averaging 3.1 blocks and a solid 9.4 steals per game.
The Purdue Boilermakers have been unbelievable offensively, scoring 84.4 points this season. They have also been shooting the ball incredibly well, shooting 48.9% from the floor. Senior center Zach Edey has been one of the best players on both sides of the ball. He has put up 21.8 points, 10.4 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 2.3 blocks and 0.3 steals while playing 29.0 minutes per game.
The Aggies' defense has been carrying the load, giving up 69.0 points per game up to this point. They are averaging 5.8 steals and 4.3 blocks per game as well.
Penn State Nittany Lions vs. Purdue Boilermakers best picks and prediction
The Purdue Boilermakers have been incredible throughout the season and should be able to control the game here. The spread is a significant number. But the Nittany Lions do not have a player who can prevent Zach Edey from dominating this game.
Expect the Boilermakers to dominate the boards in this game. They are averaging more than seven total rebounds more than the Nittany Lions, which is a significant difference in this game.
Pick: Purdue Boilermakers -18.5 (-110)