The Rutgers Scarlet Knights (14-11) travel to face off against the Purdue Boilermakers (23-3) on Thursday, February 22nd. This game will be played at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette and televised on FS1. Both Rutgers and Purdue will be looking to bounce back from losses in their previous games. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 ET.
Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Purdue Boilermakers
The Rutgers Scarlet Knights Look To Bounce Back From A Loss
Through 25 games, Rutgers has a record of 14-11, including a 6-8 mark in Big Ten play. On the road this season, the Scarlet Knights are 3-6 compared to an 11-5 record at home. Their average scoring margin at home is +6.3, while it drops to -7.1 on the road.
For the season, Rutgers has been the underdog in 12 of its 25 games, going 4-8 in those contests. In their last game, the Scarlet Knights lost to Minnesota, 81-70. Over their last 10 road games, Rutgers has gone 3-7.
As the underdog, Rutgers has an ATS record of 6-6 this season and they are 12-13 overall vs. the spread. On the road, the Scarlet Knights have gone 4-5 ATS this year and they are 5-5 in their last 10 games as the underdog. Their last 3 ATS mark as the underdog is 2-1.
This season, the over/under record for Rutgers games is 8-17 and the average over/under line in their games is 137. So far, 18 of their games have finished with fewer points than today’s over/under line of 139.5. Over their last three games, the average scoring total is 135 points and their OU record during this stretch is 2-1.
The Purdue Boilermakers Look To Bounce Back From A Loss
With a 16-0 record at home, Purdue has been nearly unbeatable at Mackey Arena this season. Overall, the Boilermakers are 23-3, including a 12-3 mark in Big Ten play.
Coming off a 73-69 loss to Ohio State, Purdue has gone 5-0 in its last five games at home. Over the last 10 games at home, the Boilermakers have a perfect 10-0 record.
As the favorite this season, Purdue has gone 13-10-2 vs. the spread. At home, their ATS mark is 9-6-1. Over their last 10 games as the favorite, the Boilermakers have gone 5-5 vs. the spread.
So far this season, the over/under record in Purdue games is 16-9-1, and today’s line of 139.5 is lower than the average over/under line in their games (148). This year, 20 of their games have finished with more points than today’s line. Over their last three games, their games have averaged 146 points.
Rutgers Offense Breakdown
The Scarlet Knights’ offense wrapped up their last game with 70 points, aligning closely with their current season average of 66.9 points per contest. Offensively, the Scarlet Knights hold a season-long field goal percentage of 39%, placing them 396th in the national rankings. When it comes to three-pointers, they are ranked 383rd in terms of percentage and 334th in three-pointers made.
| Name | PPG | REB | AST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clifford Omoruyi (C) | 11.2 | 9.0 | 0.5 |
| Aundre Hyatt (F) | 11.0 | 4.8 | 1.4 |
| Derek Simpson (G) | 9.6 | 3.4 | 3.3 |
Purdue Offense Breakdown
Against Ohio State, the Purdue had a tough time putting up points compared to their season average of 84.4 points per game. They scored 69 points and posted a field goal percentage of 43.4% in the game. Zach Edey was the leading scorer for the Boilermakers, putting up 22 points. In addition, Lance Jones contributed 13 points.
| Name | PPG | REB | AST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zach Edey (C) | 23.2 | 11.9 | 1.8 |
| Braden Smith (G) | 12.8 | 5.7 | 7.2 |
| Lance Jones (G) | 12.8 | 2.8 | 2.3 |
Rutgers Team Defense
Coming into today’s game, the Rutgers defense is giving up an average of 65.4 points per contest. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Rutgers’ defense has allowed opponents to shoot 39.8% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 31.4% this season.
Purdue Team Defense
Currently, the Boilermakers’ defense holds the 118th rank in the nation, allowing 69.9 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage allowed, Purdue’s defense has allowed opponents to shoot 41.7% from the field, including a three-point shooting percentage allowed of 31.7% this season.
Scarlet Knights vs Boilermakers Trends
- In their last five games away from home, the Scarlet Knights have a straight up record of 2-3 while going 2-3 vs. the spread. The team averaged 62 points per game in this stretch.
- Through their last ten home games, Purdue has an ATS record of just 5-4-1. However, their overall record was 7-3 while averaging 76 points per game.
- Rutgers has done well both straight up and vs the spread as the underdog, going 2-1 SU and 2-1 ATS in their last three games.
- Going back to their last ten games as the favorite, the Boilermakers have a straight up record of 9-1. But, their mark vs the spread was just 5-5.
Scarlet Knights vs Boilermakers Prediction
For a pick on the point-spread in this Boilermakers vs. Scarlet Knights matchup, our bet is to grab the Scarlet Knights at +16.5. Even though our projections have the Boilermakers winning 75-69, we see the Scarlet Knights as the play on the point-spread.
Regarding the over/under, the current line is set at 139.5, and our model predicts the Scarlet Knights and Boilermakers to score a combined 144 points. We recommend betting on the over.
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Last updated:February 22, 2024 Purdue Boilermakers, Rutgers Scarlet Knights