The Xavier Musketeers and Purdue Boilermakers meet Monday in college basketball action at the Mackey Arena. Let’s preview this game and give out a pick and prediction.

Xavier Musketeers Betting Preview

The Xavier Musketeers look to remain undefeated on the season. The Xavier Musketeers look for a fifth straight 3-0 start. The Xavier Musketeers are averaging 78 points on 47.9 percent shooting and allowing 59.5 points on 34.4 percent shooting. Desmon Claude is averaging 18.5 points and 2.5 rebounds, while Quincy Olivari is averaging 15 points and 3.5 rebounds. Abou Ousmane is the third double-digit scorer and Dailyn Swain is dishing 2 assists. The Xavier Musketeers are shooting 27.5 percent from beyond the arc and 72.1 percent from the free throw line. The Xavier Musketeers are allowing 21.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 34.5 rebounds per game.

Purdue Boilermakers Betting Preview

The Purdue Boilermakers also look to remain undefeated on the season. The Purdue Boilermakers look for a third straight 3-0 start to a season. The Purdue Boilermakers are averaging 92.5 points on 54.7 percent shooting and allowing 51 points on 29.6 percent shooting. Zach Edey is averaging 17 points and 9.5 rebounds, while Braden Smith is averaging 11.5 points and 6 rebounds. Lance Jones is the third double-digit scorer and Camden Heide is grabbing 2 rebounds. The Purdue Boilermakers are shooting 46.2 percent from beyond the arc and 71.7 percent from the free throw line. The Purdue Boilermakers are allowing 19.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.5 rebounds per game.

Randy’s Pick

The Purdue Boilermakers are the more talented team with the best player on the floor, and being at home doesn’t hurt. I understand why Purdue is favored, but this line is a bit steep. The Xavier Musketeers are a feisty bunch that can dig deep defensively and there are 7 seniors on this roster, so don’t expect this team to be scared of the moment. This has a chance to be a competitive game. Lot of points. I’ll take a stab with Xavier.