Purdue Boilermakers vs Northwestern Wildcats 2/12/2023 Picks Predictions Previews
The #1 Purdue Boilermakers will go against the Northwestern Wildcats in NCAAB action in Welsh-Ryan Arena, Illinois, on Sunday, February 12, 2023, at 2:00 PM ET.
Purdue recently defeated the Iowa Hawkeyes at home in a convincing victory. The Boilermakers held an explosive Iowa offense to only 21 points in the first half, securing a 17-point halftime advantage.
Purdue performed well on offense, grabbing 13 offensive rebounds while making 55% of their field goals. Purdue had 17 turnovers as a result of their sometimes sloppy play.
Braden Smith had a career scoring 24 points to lead Purdue, including 4-5 from long range.
The Boilermakers are the top-ranked team in the nation going into this matchup, and they rank sixth in the nation with a net scoring difference of +13 points per game.
The offense, which ranks 46th in overall shooting percentage, shot the ball both inside and inside the perimeter.
With about seven 3-pointers made per game, they rank 178th in the nation nationally, but they made at least 10 in two of their last three games. It remained challenging to score because of the defense.
In terms of opponent shooting percentage, Purdue is 43rd and limited opponents to just over 30% from outside the arc, good for 31st in the country.
- The total went OVER in 5 of Purdue’s previous 5 meetings.
- The Purdue Boilermakers are 10-1 SU in their last 11 matches.
- The Boilermakers are 10-0 SU in their last 10 games with Northwestern.
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Purdue Boilermakers vs Northwestern Wildcats Predictions 2/12/2023
Boo Buie recorded his 18th consecutive game with at least 10 points, and he scored at least 10 points in 22–24 games this season. The Wildcats were led by Buie and Brooks Barnhizer, who came off the bench, with 19 points each.
Ohio State and Northwestern engaged in a back-and-forth battle, but Northwestern eventually gained the lead with about seven minutes left to play and held it for the rest of the game.
The Wildcats’ perimeter defense was excellent, limiting the Buckeyes to 1-14 from long range. They were a little less consistent on the glass, giving up 10 offensive rebounds and being outrebounded by 11.
The offense was effective, as they assisted on 15 of their 24 made baskets, which helped explain why they had many players in double figures.
Northwestern has a net scoring margin of +6.3 points per game going into this game, which ranks them 70th nationally.
Since Northwestern ranks bottom 40 in shooting percentage and bottom 100 from beyond the arc this season, their offense was not able to carry them.
The Wildcats, on the other hand, are first in the BIG10 for free throw rate and are ranked in the top 75 nationally.
As they rank top 25 in opponent shooting percentage and limit opponents to sub 55% close to the basket, the defense improved this season.
- The total went OVER in 7 of Northwestern’s previous 10 meetings.
- The Northwestern Wildcats are 5-2 SU in their last 7 matches.
- The total went UNDER in 5 of the Wildcats’ last 6 games with Purdue.
#1 Purdue Boilermakers vs Northwestern Wildcats. The NCAAB pick for this game is the #1 Purdue Boilermakers.
After suffering their second conference loss, Purdue responded forcefully, continuing their dominance in conference play.
With a significant advantage in the glass and in the painted area, Purdue should remain focused on this one. Although Northwestern’s frontcourt will be challenging, their defense was outstanding this season.
This year, the Wildcats profited from numerous trips to the foul line, but that is not a viable strategy for victory. The #1 Purdue Boilermakers will win to a predicted score of 69-61.
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Purdue Boilermakers vs Northwestern Wildcats 2/12/2023 Picks Predictions Previews
NCAAB Starting Time: 2:00 PM (EDT)
Location: Welsh-Ryan Arena, Illinois
Date: Sunday, February 12, 2023
TV: BTN
NCAAB Odds: Purdue Boilermakers -5
NCAAB Totals: 131.5