NCAA Tournament March Madness
#42 Purdue
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Projected seed: 7
Purdue's resume shows promise with solid wins, including a notable victory over Alabama, but the loss to Marquette raises concerns about consistency against quality opponents. Their offensive capabilities are evident, especially in high-scoring games like their win over Yale, where they showcased their ability to outscore formidable offenses. However, the upcoming stretch—featuring key matchups against Maryland and Texas A&M—presents a critical opportunity to strengthen their standing. The potential losses to teams like Indiana and at Penn State could significantly impact their seed, so maintaining performance and securing wins in these challenging games is crucial for a more favorable tournament outlook.
| Date | Opponent | Ranking | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/4 | TAM C. Christi | 189 | W90-73 |
| 11/8 | N Kentucky | 224 | W72-50 |
| 11/11 | Yale | 79 | W92-84 |
| 11/15 | Alabama | 19 | W87-78 |
| 11/19 | @Marquette | 13 | L76-58 |
| 11/23 | Marshall | 147 | 66% |
| 11/28 | (N)NC State | 129 | 61% |
| 12/5 | @Penn St | 12 | 38% |
| 12/8 | Maryland | 30 | 51% |
| 12/14 | (N)Texas A&M | 14 | 43% |
| 12/21 | (N)Auburn | 4 | 34% |
| 12/29 | Toledo | 85 | 61% |
| 1/2 | @Minnesota | 154 | 60% |
| 1/5 | Northwestern | 84 | 61% |
| 1/9 | @Rutgers | 132 | 58% |
| 1/12 | Nebraska | 83 | 61% |
| 1/15 | @Washington | 96 | 54% |
| 1/18 | @Oregon | 53 | 48% |
| 1/21 | Ohio St | 20 | 49% |
| 1/24 | Michigan | 63 | 58% |
| 1/31 | Indiana | 22 | 49% |
| 2/4 | @Iowa | 38 | 45% |
| 2/7 | USC | 121 | 64% |
| 2/11 | @Michigan | 63 | 50% |
| 2/15 | Wisconsin | 74 | 59% |
| 2/18 | @Michigan St | 77 | 52% |
| 2/23 | @Indiana | 22 | 41% |
| 2/28 | UCLA | 47 | 55% |
| 3/4 | Rutgers | 132 | 65% |
| 3/7 | @Illinois | 34 | 44% |