The Purdue Boilermakers will play the Gonzaga Bulldogs in the Sweet 16 on Friday at 7:39 PM ET at Little Caesars Arena. Zach Edey and Anton Watson are the players to watch for the Boilermakers and Bulldogs, respectively. Friday’s game between the Boilermakers and the Bulldogs sees the Boilermakers as 4.5-point favorites. The matchup’s point total is 155.
Purdue vs. Gonzaga Betting Lines
| Favorite | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Purdue | -4.5 | 155 points |
Computer Picks
| Spread Pick | Gonzaga (+4.5) |
|---|---|
| Total Pick | Under (155) |
Predictions are calculated by a data-driven algorithm (raw power score) that ranks head-to-head matchup results within a closed network of games. Prediction confidence is determined by the delta between each team’s raw power score. Ready to put your picks to the test for this matchup? Check out DraftKings Sportsbook and sign up using our link for the best first-time depositor bonus!
Purdue vs. Gonzaga Stat Rankings
| Purdue Avg. (Rank) | Gonzaga Avg. (Rank) | |
|---|---|---|
| 83.9 (10th) | Points Scored | 85.0 (7th) |
| 69.5 (99th) | Points Allowed | 68.8 (81st) |
| (1st) | Rebounds | (1st) |
| 11.7 (21st) | Off. Rebounds | 10.1 (84th) |
| 8.5 (71st) | 3pt Made | 7.0 (225th) |
| 18.8 (3rd) | Assists | 16.8 (18th) |
| 10.9 (146th) | Turnovers | 9.6 (43rd) |
Purdue vs. Gonzaga Betting Trends
- The Boilermakers have beaten the spread 17 times in 35 games.
- Purdue has an ATS record of 13-16-1 as 4.5-point favorites or more.
- There have been 22 Boilermakers games (out of 35) that hit the over this year.
- Purdue’s games have had more than 155 points scored on 15 occasions this year.
- Boilermakers games this season have posted an average total of 153.4, which is 1.6 points fewer than the total for this matchup.
- Gonzaga has 17 wins in 33 games against the spread this season.
- The Bulldogs have one win ATS (1-1) as a 4.5-point underdog or more this season.
- Out of 35 Purdue’s games so far this year, 22 have hit the over.
- There have been 15 Bulldogs games this season with more than 155 points scored.
- The over/under for this game is 1.1 points higher than the average scoring total for Gonzaga’s games of 153.9.
Best Betting Site For Purdue vs. Gonzaga
Not yet a DraftKings Sportsbook user? Sign up using our link and get a $50 bonus bet when you deposit, plus a deposit bonus!
Purdue Impact Players
- Edey is tops on the Boilermakers with 24.5 points per contest (first in the country) and 12.1 rebounds (second in the country), while also averaging 2.1 assists.
- Braden Smith puts up a team-high 7.3 assists per contest. He is also putting up 12.3 points and 5.7 rebounds, shooting 45.0% from the floor and 44.0% from beyond the arc with 1.5 made 3-pointers per game.
- Lance Jones posts 12.0 points, 2.7 rebounds and 2.0 assists per contest. At the other end, he posts 1.3 steals and 0.2 blocked shots.
- Fletcher Loyer averages 10.5 points, 2.1 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game, shooting 42.6% from the field and 44.9% from beyond the arc with 1.6 made 3-pointers per contest.
- Trey Kaufman-Renn puts up 6.6 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.0 assists per game, shooting 51.2% from the field.
Gonzaga Impact Players
- Watson gets the Bulldogs 14.5 points, 7.2 rebounds and 2.6 assists per contest. He also puts up 1.5 steals and 0.7 blocked shots.
- Ryan Nembhard is recording a team-leading 6.9 assists per contest. He’s also delivering 12.6 points and 4.0 rebounds, sinking 44.5% of his shots from the field, and 32.4% from beyond the arc resulting in 1.0 treys per contest.
- Graham Ike is putting up team highs in points (16.4 per game) and rebounds (7.3). And he is producing 0.9 assists, making 61.2% of his shots from the field.
- Nolan Hickman is putting up 13.9 points, 2.3 rebounds and 2.7 assists per contest, making 46.9% of his shots from the field and 41.8% from 3-point range, with 2.2 triples per game.
- The Bulldogs get 9.2 points, 5.7 rebounds and 1.2 assists per game from Ben Gregg.
Not all sportsbook offers available in all areas and are subject to change, check sportsbooks for details on available offers in your area. Must be 21+ to gamble, please gamble responsibly. Call or chat with 1-800-GAMBLER if you or someone you know has a gambling problem.
