Crossroads Classic- Dec. 18
Bracket Takeaways Purdue Purdue has a defense that is suffocating for opponents Jaden Ivey is a special player Purdue is a likely 1 or 2 seed for the tournament. Unless something crazy happens the Boilers are in a great position. Indiana Indiana has a defense that will travel. It is outstanding and keeps Indiana in …
BIG 10 Conference report Dec. 1
The Big Ten has had a slow start to the season. Michigan and Illinois, two teams expected to be at the top of the conference, have struggled mightily. A conference that some thought could get 8 or 9 bids, may only get 6 or 7. Conference Best Purdue- The Boilermakers have not only shown to …
Indiana vs Louisiana- Nov. 21
Bracket Takeaways Indiana This team is a tournament team- right now likely in the 7/8 seed range Defense is the calling card for IU- forced Louisiana to miss 25 straight shots In order to improve their spot in the bracket, Indiana will need better guard play & consistent shooting Louisiana Have size to make a …
Purdue vs Wright St-Nov 16
Bracket Takeaways Purdue This is currently a solid top 10 team- likely 2 or 3 seed Rebounding and defense will be one difference maker for the Boilers They have two different waves of offense with their post play. Makes it difficult to prepare because each wave is different Wright St Should have enough to compete …
Big Ten Preview
The Big Ten sent a league-record nine teams to the NCAA tournament last season, but fans were disappointed, as only Michigan made it past the first weekend. The league should be strong again this year, and will be looking for its first national champion since Michigan St. in 2000. Michigan and Purdue appear to be …