MICHIGAN WOLVERINES at PURDUE BOILERMAKERS Odds, Picks & Prediction
Michigan Wolverines will win 77-73 over Purdue Boilermakers. Michigan's superior 7-3 L10 record and 73.1 PPG outpace Purdue's 5-5 mark and 69.3 PPG, plus Wolverines won three of last five H2H by 18 points each (86-68). Both on L3 streaks, but Michigan covers the -2.5 spread.
Quick Facts
- Matchup
- MICHIGAN WOLVERINES at PURDUE BOILERMAKERS
- Date
- Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 11:30 PM ET
- Spread
- PURDUE BOILERMAKERS +2.5
- Total
- O/U 156.5
- Moneyline
- PURDUE BOILERMAKERS +110 / MICHIGAN WOLVERINES -130
- Best Bet
- Michigan ML -130
- Prediction
- Michigan 77, Purdue 73
Odds Comparison
| Sportsbook | away | home | line | market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | +2.5 | PURDUE +2.5 | Spread | |
| - | - | O/U 156.5 | Total | |
| -130 | +110 | - | Moneyline |
Matchup Preview
The Michigan Wolverines (7-3 L10, 73.1 PPG scored, 71.9 allowed) visit the Purdue Boilermakers (5-5 L10, 69.3 PPG scored, 67.1 allowed) on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 11:30 PM ET. Both teams enter on three-game losing streaks, but Michigan holds the edge in recent form and scoring punch. Head-to-head, Michigan has dominated: winning three straight 86-68 thrillers and splitting two tight 75-73 contests in the last five meetings.
By The Numbers
| Stat | Purdue (Home) | Michigan (Away) |
|---|---|---|
| Record (L10) | 5-5 | 7-3 |
| PPG | 69.3 | 73.1 |
| Opp PPG | 67.1 | 71.9 |
| Streak | L3 | L3 |
Michigan's offense edges Purdue, but Boilermakers' defense has been stingier lately.
Key Injuries
No significant injuries reported for either team, setting up a full-strength battle.
Odds Analysis
Consensus odds favor Michigan slightly on the moneyline at -130, with Purdue as a +2.5 home dog (+110 ML). Total sits at 156.5, high given teams' averages: Purdue's games average 136.4 points, Michigan's 145. Recent H2H totals: 154 (86-68), 148 (75-73).
Player Props to Watch
- Chauncey Wiggins Pts+Rebs O/U 15.5 (Over +100)
- Chauncey Wiggins Rebs O/U 3.5 (Over +112)
- Lajae Jones Pts+Ast O/U 14.5 (Over +100)
- Boden Kapke Pts+Rebs O/U 18.5 (Over -116)
- Lajae Jones Pts O/U 13.5 (Over -105)
- Boden Kapke Rebs O/U 6.5 (Over -145)
- Robert McCray Ast O/U 4.5 (Over -145)
- Fred Payne Pts+Ast O/U 20.5 (Over -105)
Best Bets
- Michigan ML -130: Wolverines' 7-3 L10 and H2H dominance (3-2 last 5, +18 avg margin in wins) make them the play despite road spot.
- Under 156.5: Purdue scores 69.3 PPG, allows 67.1; Michigan 73.1/71.9. H2H unders: all last 5 under 156.5.
- Boden Kapke Rebounds Over 6.5 (-145): Strong line value against Michigan's 71.9 allowed.
Prediction
Michigan snaps skid with a 77-73 road win, covering the -2.5. Expect low-scoring grind mirroring H2H trends.
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