- Matchup: Purdue Boilermakers vs Indiana Hoosiers
- Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
- Venue: Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, Bloomington, IN
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Indiana Hoosiers (13-7) are set to face off against the Purdue Boilermakers (17-3) at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall this Tuesday
In their most recent game, the Purdue Boilermakers encountered a defeat against Illinois, finishing 88-82. In that matchup, Purdue showcased a strong shooting performance with a 56.9% field goal percentage (33 of 58) and succeeded with 7 three-pointers out of 19 attempts. At the free throw line, the Boilermakers converted 9 out of 11 shots, achieving a commendable 81.8% success rate. They recorded 19 rebounds, including 3 offensive boards, and provided 19 assists while forcing 10 turnovers from the opposing team, along with 2 steals. Defensively, Purdue allowed Illinois to shoot 48.2%, as the Illini connected on 27 of 56 attempts. Illinois managed 10 assists and did not register any steals but won the rebounding battle with 32 boards (12 offensive, 20 defensive) and did not record any blocks. Illinois finished strong at the free throw line, making 16 of 22 attempts for a 72.7% success rate, and shot 47.4% from three-point range, sinking 18 of their 38 shots. On fouls, Purdue accumulated 17, while Illinois committed 14 fouls.
Braden Smith stood out in this contest, contributing significantly with 27 points on 11 of 16 shooting. He played 37 minutes, secured 3 rebounds, and recorded 12 assists, showcasing his versatility on the court.
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Purdue enters this matchup with a record of 17-3 for the current season. The team averages 9.3 turnovers and commits 14.1 fouls per game. Collectively, the Boilermakers average 36.4 rebounds and have tallied 409 assists overall, ranking them second nationally in assists. Purdue excels in long-range shooting, hitting 38.3% of their three-point attempts (180 out of 470) and boasting a free throw success rate of 75.0%. Offensively, they score an average of 84.0 points per game, placing them 51st in Division 1, while shooting a remarkable 51.3% from the field.
Defensively, the Boilermakers create 11.0 turnovers per contest and draw 16.8 fouls. They are solid against the three-point shot, allowing opponents to shoot only 32.3%. Ranked 65th for points allowed per game, Purdue concedes an average of 69.1 points. Their defensive shooting percentage is 42.9% (511 of 1,192), while their rebounding average sits at 29.2, placing them 212th in the nation for assists allowed, totaling 279 for the season.
In their last matchup, the Indiana Hoosiers secured a convincing victory over Rutgers, ending the game 82-59. The Hoosiers grabbed 28 defensive rebounds along with 8 offensive boards for a total of 36. They had 4 turnovers but also managed to record 4 steals against their opposition. Rutgers committed 5 fouls, leading Indiana to the charity stripe where they attempted 7 free throws, making all 7 for a perfect 100.0%. The Hoosiers had a solid mark from distance too, sinking 15 of 35 three-point attempts (42.9%). Overall, Indiana shot 30 of 60 from the field, achieving a shooting percentage of 50.0%. From a defensive standpoint, Indiana allowed Rutgers to score on 21 of 58 attempts, translating to an opponent shooting percentage of 36.2%. The Hoosiers also faced a challenge from three-point territory, with Rutgers converting on 26.3% (5 of 19) while Indiana went 12 of 14 from the free throw line (85.7%). The Hoosiers allowed Rutgers a total of 26 rebounds (8 offensive).
Lamar Wilkerson emerged as a key player for the Hoosiers, finishing the game with 27 points in 29 minutes. He shot 64.7% from the field, going 11 of 17, and contributed 5 rebounds as well as 2 assists.
Indiana holds a record of 13-7 this season. The Hoosiers average 18.5 fouls per game and have a free throw conversion rate of 78.5%. They dish out an impressive 17.3 assists per game (41st in Division 1) while turning the ball over 10.5 times on average. The Hoosiers have scored a total of 1,623 points this season (81.2 points per game) and average 35.0 rebounds. Offensively, they are shooting 47.3% from the floor, ranking 77th in the nation.
On defense, Indiana ranks 74th nationally in points allowed, giving up 69.4 points per game. They force opponents into 11.2 turnovers each game and have limited shooting to 40.9% (48th in Division 1). Their opponents’ shooting from beyond the arc stands at 30.6% (127 of 415), while free throw success against Indiana is at 74.9%. In terms of rebounds allowed, the Hoosiers allow an average of 32.2 boards per game, ranking them 63rd in the nation for allowed assists with 10.4.
Who will triumph in this intriguing NCAA matchup?
Prediction: Opt for Purdue
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