On Saturday, December 13, the No. 6 ranked Purdue Boilermakers will face the Marquette Golden Eagles at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, Indiana. Purdue, with a record of 9-1, enters the matchup following a dominant victory that allowed them to rebound from a previous disappointing loss. Marquette comes into the game with a 5-5 record, having suffered a heavy defeat against Wisconsin in their last outing.
The game is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. ET and will be available for streaming on Peacock. Fans in Lafayette can tune in to the radio broadcast at 96.5 FM, while those in Indianapolis can listen on 1260 AM or through the Learfield network. For those interested in satellite radio, SiriusXM will carry the game on channels 85 and 382.
Predictions for the match suggest a strong showing from Purdue. Journal & Courier’s Sam King forecasts a score of 89-68 in favor of Purdue, citing Coach Shaka Smart’s mixed history against the Boilermakers, but also mentioning Purdue’s emerging strengths. IndyStar’s Nathan Baird expects a score of 85-66, noting Marquette’s struggles this season and highlighting Purdue’s potential to make a significant defensive impact.
As Purdue looks to assert its dominance in this contest, they have a challenging schedule ahead, including upcoming games against Auburn and Kent State later in December. The Boilermakers aim to maintain their competitive edge as they navigate through this season, with hopes of building on their current success. Fans are encouraged to stay informed with the latest updates and insights through dedicated sports coverage.