Purdue vs Northwestern Prediction, Picks & Odds | 04 Mar 2026
College Basketball Betting Preview: Purdue vs Northwestern
The Purdue Boilermakers face the Northwestern Wildcats, with tip-off scheduled for 20:30 on Wednesday, March 4.
There’s a strong case to be made for Purdue against the spread when they clash with Northwestern. Our prediction is that the favorites can cover the -10.5 line at -102 considering they should be superior.
Purdue Boilmakers were beaten in their previous game and this was on the road. Ohio State Buckeyes claimed a 82-74 win.
Northwestern Wildcats were winners last time out. It was a 63-62 home victory against Oregon Ducks.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Purdue have landed consecutive victories over Northwestern. They won both games at home by 105-96 (OT) and 79-61 scorelines. Purdue have triumphed in eight of the previous 10 clashes between these teams.
| NCAAB | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Purdue
|
27-8 | 2858 | 2455 | 403 | 16-5 | 11-3 | 4W |
Northwestern
|
15-19 | 2487 | 2447 | 40 | 11-9 | 4-10 | 1L |
Purdue vs Northwestern Prediction & Picks
Our Purdue vs Northwestern preview includes expert betting advice on all fronts — from a match prediction and correct score guidance to player prop selections and a bet builder tailored for value.
Game Prediction
There’s a strong case for taking the -102 that Purdue can overcome the -10.5 in this college showdown. The favorites should be capable of a big victory and that means we are backing them against the spread.
Injuries are always factored in by the handicappers at Sportsgambler.com. Our basketball predictions are also shaped by recent form, with up-to-date college hoops stats playing a key role before any selections are locked in.
Key Purdue vs Northwestern stats:
Purdue -10.5 Probability
According to the top betting apps, there’s a 50.5% likelihood of our pick delivering a return. After careful examination, our cappers have this probability somewhere between 55-60%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.
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Player Prop Picks
Braden Smith (Purdue) is available at -100 to register Over 17.5 points. We’ll place a bet that he is able to cover an appealing total for this Player Points wager.
Latest Braden Smith Player Prop Odds
Nick Martinelli (Northwestern) is available at -100 to total Under 6.5 rebounds. We think that he will fail to cover this total and this Player Rebounds bet can be taken with confidence.
Latest Nick Martinelli Player Prop Odds
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Same Game Parlay Picks
Get in the game with a same game parlay. Our picks are Purdue to cover the -10.5 spread, Over 146.5 on the total and Braden Smith (Purdue) to score Over 17.5 points.
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Correct Score Prediction
84
-
70
Northwestern
A 84-70 win for the Boilermakers is clearly a risky bet although this could be an exciting correct score option where there’s the chance to enjoy a huge potential return.
Purdue vs Northwestern Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
The latest Moneyline betting odds give Purdue a 87% chance of winning this college game which means they’re overwhelming -667 favorites with the sportsbooks. At +470, Northwestern are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.
The spread is 10.5 and the total points line is currently 145.5. There are many ways to bet on basketball including the Totals. If you’re wanting to back Over 145.5, the odds are -110.
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In terms of hitting the most buckets, favorite Nick Martinelli is available at -110 to rack up Over 21.5 points. If you want to go Under, then -120 is available.
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- NCAAB: 05/01 2025 Northwestern 61 Purdue 79
- 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.
Purdue Stats
Northwestern Stats
- 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
- 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- -10.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
- -10.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games on the road
- +10.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
- +10.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 152.30 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 148.70 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 146.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
- Over 146.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 78.90 pts and allowed 73.40 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 78.50 pts and allowed 70.20 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 141.00 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 148.40 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 146.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
- Over 146.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 67.10 pts and allowed 73.90 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 74.20 pts and allowed 74.20 pts in the last 10 home games
NCAAB Table Select Season
| Big Ten | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Michigan
|
31-3 | 2952 | 2353 | 599 | 19-2 | 12-1 | 1L |
Nebraska
|
26-6 | 2473 | 2119 | 354 | 19-3 | 7-3 | 1L |
Michigan State
|
25-7 | 2526 | 2189 | 337 | 17-3 | 8-4 | 2L |
|
Purdue
|
27-8 | 2858 | 2455 | 403 | 16-5 | 11-3 | 4W |
Illinois
|
24-8 | 2700 | 2234 | 466 | 15-6 | 9-2 | 1L |
Wisconsin
|
24-10 | 2822 | 2581 | 241 | 16-2 | 8-8 | 1L |
UCLA
|
23-11 | 2643 | 2414 | 229 | 18-3 | 5-8 | 1L |
Ohio State
|
21-12 | 2633 | 2402 | 231 | 15-5 | 6-7 | 1L |
Iowa
|
21-12 | 2482 | 2177 | 305 | 17-3 | 4-9 | 1L |
Indiana
|
18-14 | 2501 | 2309 | 192 | 15-6 | 3-8 | 2L |
USC
|
18-14 | 2515 | 2494 | 21 | 11-7 | 7-7 | 8L |
Washington
|
16-17 | 2545 | 2430 | 115 | 11-6 | 5-11 | 1L |
Minnesota
|
15-17 | 2241 | 2193 | 48 | 13-8 | 2-9 | 1L |
|
Northwestern
|
15-19 | 2487 | 2447 | 40 | 11-9 | 4-10 | 1L |
Rutgers
|
14-19 | 2329 | 2479 | -150 | 11-7 | 3-12 | 1L |
Oregon
|
12-20 | 2267 | 2366 | -99 | 10-10 | 2-10 | 1L |
Penn State
|
12-20 | 2358 | 2539 | -181 | 10-10 | 2-10 | 3L |
Maryland
|
12-21 | 2300 | 2527 | -227 | 9-8 | 3-13 | 1L |
- Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
- PF = Total Points For
- PA = Total Points Against
- N. Pts = Point Differential
- Home = Home Record
- Away = Away Record
- Strk = Current Streak
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