The Big Ten conference is gearing up for its biggest game of the season as No. 2 Purdue prepares to take on No. 6 Wisconsin in a showdown for conference supremacy. Both teams are coming off intense overtime battles earlier in the week and are looking to secure a win to propel them further into the heart of league play.
Purdue managed to extend its conference winning streak to six games with a 105-96 victory over Northwestern at home on Wednesday. Despite lackluster performances in their previous games against Rutgers and the Wildcats, the Boilermakers have managed to maintain their winning momentum. On the other hand, Wisconsin suffered its first loss in two weeks, falling to Nebraska inside Pinnacle Bank Arena on Thursday. This defeat knocked the Badgers from the top spot in the regular-season race, at least for now.
The upcoming game will put Wisconsin’s impressive home record to the test. The team has been dominant at the Kohl Center this season, boasting an 11-1 overall record and a double-digit average scoring margin of 13.8, which ranks fifth among Big Ten teams. However, Purdue poses a significant challenge as they have the best road scoring margin in the conference, having lost only twice away from Mackey all season.
Fans can catch all the action as Purdue takes on Wisconsin live on CBS. The game is scheduled for Sunday, February 4th, at 1 p.m. ET and will take place at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wisconsin. For those unable to watch on TV, the game will also be available for live streaming on CBSSports.com and the CBS Sports App.
In terms of predictions and picks, odds via SportsLine consensus favor Purdue. Although the Boilermakers have shown some vulnerability recently despite their impressive record of 13 wins in their last 14 games, Wisconsin has been more prone to upsets, having lost two of their last five games. While Wisconsin may have the offensive firepower and the right combination of scheme and personnel to keep up with Purdue, it’s unlikely that they will be able to overcome the Boilermakers. If Purdue’s big man Zach Edey gets going and their guards find their rhythm, they will be a formidable opponent both at home and on the road.
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The Purdue vs. Wisconsin game promises to be a thrilling battle between two top-ranked teams in the Big Ten conference. With both teams hungry for a win, fans can expect an intense and high-stakes matchup. So mark your calendars and tune in to witness this clash of titans as they vie for conference supremacy.