The Rutgers Scarlet Knights (9-4, 1-1 Big Ten) take on the No. 1 Purdue Boilermakers (13-0, 2-0) Monday. Tip at Mackey Arena is at 7 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Rutgers vs. Purdue odds, and make our expert college basketball picks, predictions and bets.
Purdue is led by C Zach Edey, who is averaging 21.9 points and 13.6 rebounds per game. Purdue gets back into conference play Monday after a series of non-conference games. The Boilermakers topped Nebraska 65-62 in overtime on Dec. 10 last time they met a Big Ten opponent.
Rutgers is led by C Clifford Omoruyi, averaging 15.0 points and 10.1 rebounds per game. With both big men leading the teams, this game should feature heavy action in the post, and the team which can have the bigger presence will come out victorious.