Purdue vs High Point NCAA Tournament Odds, Picks & Props - March 20
The #4 seed Purdue Boilermakers (22-11) face the #13 High Point Panthers (29-5) in the NCAA Tournament's first round on Thursday at 12:40pm ET from Providence, RI.
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Current Odds:
- Spread: Purdue -7.5
- Moneyline: Purdue -355
- Total: 153.5 points
Key Team Statistics:
- High Point enters on a 14-game win streak
- Purdue has lost 6 of their last 9 games
- Panthers: 82.2 PPG (25th in offensive efficiency)
- Boilermakers: 77.9 PPG (49% FG - 6th nationally)
Public Betting Trends:
- 89% of moneyline bets on Purdue
- 67% of spread bets on High Point
- 68% of total bets on Over 154.5
Key Player Props:
- Braden Smith (Purdue): 18.5 points, 8.5 assists
- Trey Kaufman-Renn (Purdue): 23.5 points
- Kezza Giffa (High Point): 14.5 points
- Juslin Bodo Bodo (High Point): 6.5 assists
Analysis: High Point's strong offense (49.4% FG - 9th nationally) and defense (68.8 PPG allowed) make them a dangerous underdog. However, they faced a weak schedule (296th in SOS) with no ranked opponents. Purdue's late-season struggles are concerning, but their tough schedule (Top 10 in SOS) has prepared them well.
Prediction: High Point covers +7.5 (-102) but Purdue advances. The Panthers' efficient offense and momentum should keep this game competitive, despite the talent disparity.
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