Michigan State Spartans (19-13) vs. Purdue Boilermakers (28-3)
March 15, 2024 12:00 pm EDT
The Line: Purdue Boilermakers -5.5; Over/Under: +143.5
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In this article, we will formulate a Michigan State vs Purdue betting prediction for this college basketball showdown on Friday, March 15th at the Target Center.. We will take a look at:
– The Michigan State Spartans’ recent form and recent player performance
– The Purdue Boilermakers’ recent form and recent player performance
– A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between Michigan State and Purdue.
Michigan State Had Big Second Half on Thursday
Michigan State faced off against the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Thursday, and it was a big second half that helped them secure the win. At halftime, the Spartans were down by two points, but in the second half they scored 45 points on the way to the victory. AJ Hoggard had a strong game putting up 17 points, six assists, and two rebounds. Michigan State is averaging 73.5 points while their defense is giving up 65.9 points per game. Guard Tyson Walker has been the top player putting up 18.4 points per game. In this game, Michigan State needs to find a way to slow down Zach Edey.
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Purdue Can’t Lose This Game
Purdue is playing for the number one seed, and this is a game that they can’t lose. Last Sunday, Purdue faced off against Wisconsin and they were able to secure the 78-70 victory. Zach Edey had a strong game putting 25 points, 25 points, 14 rebounds, and three assists. Purdue is averaging 84.2 points while their defense is giving up 70.2 points per game. Edey has been the the top player all season averaging 24.2 points while shooting 61.9 percent from the field.
Michigan State vs Purdue Betting Prediction
Michigan State doesn’t have an answer for Zach Edey and that is going to be the difference here. Michigan State is giving up 65.9 points per game but that number is going to raise here. Edey is going to put up at least 30 points here and he’s going to get to the foul line a lot. Michigan State’s offense won’t be keeping up, and it will be Purdue that gets the job done. Back Purdue against the spread.
