Northwestern vs Purdue Prediction, Picks & Odds | 05 Jan 2025
We’re Expecting Lots of Points
You can get -115 that there are Over 138.5 points and there’s plenty of juice in those odds. Northwestern and Purdue should be able to keep the score ticking for our prediction to win.
Purdue Have Won 7 Out of 9 on the H2H
Northwestern Wildcats were beaten in their previous game and this was on the road. Penn State Nittany Lions claimed a 84-80 win.
Purdue Boilmakers got the win in their last game. A 81-61 triumph occurred on the road when meeting Minnesota Golden Gophers.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Purdue triumphed 105-96 (OT) when they last played Northwestern. The previous 9 H2H meetings have involved Purdue winning seven times.
Northwestern vs Purdue Prediction & Picks
The total line of 138.5 points looks pretty low and we can take advantage by backing the Overs at -115. We can see these college competitors combining to go bigger.
The first port of call is to check out the injury report for each team and then scroll through the form guide. We take this information and apply it to the latest available stats to come up with a verdict.
Key Northwestern vs Purdue stats:
Over 138.5 Probability
According to the latest odds, our pick has a 53.5% chance of winning. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success closer to 60%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this college basketball bet.
Secure more desirable odds by moving the line when you place an Over wager. You can choose from a range of options on the Totals until you’re happy with your bet.
Best Bet
Over 138.5 Points @ -115
Player Prop Picks
Braden Smith (Purdue) is available at +110 to finish with Under 7.5 assists. He might struggle to reach the Player Assists line this time around, with this pick looking really appealing.
Latest Braden Smith Player Prop Odds


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Trey Kaufman-Renn (Purdue) can be backed to register Over 18.5 points at -112. It makes sense to bet on him to cover the line when it comes to this Player Points wager.
Latest Trey Kaufman-Renn Player Prop Odds


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Same Game Parlay Picks
Our same game parlay pick is Over 138.5, Northwestern +7.5 on the spread and Braden Smith (Purdue) to get Under 7.5 assists.
There are many options when you place a same game parlay. You can go through the available basketball lines and identify your favorite picks before combining the odds on the bet slip. Personalised wagering doesn’t come any better.
Correct Score Prediction
Northwestern vs Purdue Odds
The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
Purdue Big Favorites According to Latest Odds
The latest Moneyline betting odds give Purdue a 76% chance of winning this college game which means they’re overwhelming -323 favorites with the sportsbooks. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Northwestern are trading at +255.
The current spread is 7.5 and the total points line is 138.5. A Total wager relates to the number of points that will be scored overall. The Over 138.5 selection is available to back at -110.
If you think Purdue can reach 20 points first, then odds of -230 are available for the favorites to win. On the flip side, Northwestern are +165 to reach this total before their opponents.
There are stacks of game lines and team props s when it comes to wagering on college basketball and we recommend visiting the top betting sites to find the bet that matches your view on the contest.




Trey Kaufman-Renn Favorite to Score the Most Baskets
In terms of hitting the most buckets, favorite Trey Kaufman-Renn is available at -112 to rack up Over 18.5 points. If you want to go Under, then -115 is available.












Last 5 & H2H
- NCAAB: 01/02 2024 Northwestern 96 Purdue 105
- NCAAB: 02/12 2023 Purdue 88 Northwestern 92
- NCAAB: 12/02 2023 Purdue 58 Northwestern 64
- NCAAB: 17/02 2022 Purdue 70 Northwestern 64
- NCAAB: 23/01 2022 Northwestern 60 Purdue 80
- NCAAB: 06/02 2021 Northwestern 70 Purdue 75
- NCAAB: 02/02 2020 Purdue 61 Northwestern 58
- NCAAB: 08/12 2019 Northwestern 44 Purdue 58
- NCAAB: 09/03 2019 Purdue 70 Northwestern 57
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.


- 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
- 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +8.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in the last 10 games
- +8.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games on the road
- -8.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
- -8.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 140.90 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 138.10 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 138.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
- Over 138.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 74.40 pts and allowed 66.50 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 68.80 pts and allowed 69.30 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 144.20 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 150.90 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 138.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
- Over 138.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 74.10 pts and allowed 70.10 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 80.20 pts and allowed 70.70 pts in the last 10 home games

















