Purdue Dominates Eastern Illinois in 109-62 Victory
Friday, November 28, 2025, 12:00 PM ET · Mackey Arena
Purdue Boilermakers 109, Eastern Illinois Panthers 62, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Purdue Boilermakers?
Purdue Boilermakers beat Eastern Illinois Panthers 109-62 at Mackey Arena on November 28, 2025.
The Purdue Boilermakers showcased their formidable prowess in college basketball with a commanding 109-62 victory over the Eastern Illinois Panthers at Mackey Arena. This game highlighted Purdue's impressive home record, now standing at 8-0, as they extended their winning streak to six games. The Boilermakers have been averaging 84.3 points per game while allowing 73.0, indicating a strong offensive display coupled with a reasonably effective defense.
In contrast, the Eastern Illinois Panthers have struggled this season, now holding a record of 2-6 after this loss. Their recent form has been inconsistent, with an average of 63.5 points scored and 66.5 points allowed in their last ten games. They entered this matchup on a one-game losing streak, having lost to Central Arkansas Bears 60-81 in their previous outing. Their away record now stands at 2-5, with a recent trend of low-scoring games, averaging just 59.6 points over their last five contests.
The matchup was particularly notable given the disparity in recent performances between the two teams. Purdue's last five games had them scoring an average of 87.4 points while allowing 72.6, showcasing their offensive capabilities. In contrast, Eastern Illinois has faced challenges, with their last five games resulting in an average of 59.6 points scored and 73.0 points allowed.
Historically, Purdue has been dominant in their meetings with Eastern Illinois, and this game continued that trend. The Boilermakers' depth and talent were evident throughout the contest, as they consistently outperformed the Panthers. The scoring plays included a flurry of points from various players, with notable contributions in the second half, including a three-point jumper from Jack Benter and multiple free throws from Meechie White.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences for either team, allowing both to field their best lineups. The conditions in Mackey Arena were favorable for Purdue, as they played in front of a home crowd that undoubtedly energized their performance.
The betting market reflected Purdue's dominance, with DraftKings setting the spread at -40.5 in favor of the Boilermakers, indicating a strong expectation of their performance.
Viewers should have watched for Purdue's offensive execution and defensive pressure, both of which were on full display as they overwhelmed Eastern Illinois. The game served as a reminder of Purdue's capabilities as they continue to build momentum in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PUR -40.5 | — | Eastern Illinois Panthers — · Purdue Boilermakers — |
Leaders
- PointsDaniel Jacobsen24Purdue Boilermakers
- AssistsBraden Smith10Purdue Boilermakers
- ReboundsDaniel Jacobsen9Purdue Boilermakers
- PointsMeechie White23Eastern Illinois Panthers
- AssistsMeechie White3Eastern Illinois Panthers
- ReboundsTerry McMorris4Eastern Illinois Panthers
Recent form
Purdue Boilermakers
Last 10: 8-2Streak W684.3 scored · 73 allowed per game7-0 at home
- W86-56vs Texas Tech Red RaidersNov 22
- W80-71vs Memphis TigersNov 20
- W97-79vs Akron ZipsNov 17
- W87-80at Alabama Crimson TideNov 14
- W87-77vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesNov 8
- W82-51vs Evansville Purple AcesNov 4
- L68-86at Michigan WolverinesMar 15
- W76-71vs USC TrojansMar 14
- L80-88at Illinois Fighting IlliniMar 8
- W100-71vs Rutgers Scarlet KnightsMar 5
Eastern Illinois Panthers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L163.5 scored · 66.5 allowed per game2-4 away
- L60-81at Central Arkansas BearsNov 26
- W62-50vs Tiffin DragonsNov 20
- L53-99at Kentucky WildcatsNov 15
- L58-78at Notre Dame Fighting IrishNov 12
- W65-57vs Nicholls ColonelsNov 8
- L63-66at Valparaiso BeaconsNov 5
- W73-58vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksMar 1
- W71-60vs Little Rock TrojansFeb 28
- W67-62at Morehead State EaglesFeb 22
- W63-54at Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesFeb 21
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee State | 23-10 | - | 15-5 |
| Morehead State | 20-13 | - | 15-5 |
| Southeast Missouri State | 20-13 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UT Martin | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| SIU Edwardsville | 19-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Lindenwood | 18-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Little Rock | 12-20 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Tennessee Tech | 13-18 | 6 | 8-12 |
| Eastern Illinois | 13-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Southern Indiana | 7-23 | 11 | 4-16 |
| Western Illinois | 5-26 | 14 | 1-19 |
| Michigan | 37-3 | - | 19-1 |
| Nebraska | 28-7 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Michigan State | 27-8 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Illinois | 28-9 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Wisconsin | 24-11 | 5 | 14-6 |
| Purdue | 30-9 | 6 | 13-7 |
| UCLA | 24-12 | 6 | 13-7 |
| Ohio State | 21-13 | 7 | 12-8 |
| Iowa | 24-13 | 9 | 10-10 |
| Indiana | 18-14 | 10 | 9-11 |
| Minnesota | 15-18 | 11 | 8-12 |
| USC | 18-14 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Washington | 16-17 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Rutgers | 14-20 | 13 | 6-14 |
| Northwestern | 15-19 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Oregon | 12-20 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Maryland | 12-21 | 15 | 4-16 |
| Penn State | 12-20 | 16 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Eastern Illinois Panthers | Purdue Boilermakers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-54 | 41-65 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 63 |
| Three-pointers | 6-23 | 11-23 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 48 |
| Free throws | 6-9 | 16-18 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 89 |
| Rebounds | 17 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 13 | 26 |
| Assists | 12 | 28 |
| Steals | 4 | 10 |
| Blocks | 2 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 26 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 58 |
| Fouls | 17 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 56 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half35-64Preston Turner made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kooper Jacobi.
- 2nd Half35-66Oscar Cluff made Layup. Assisted by Trey Kaufman-Renn.
- 2nd Half35-68Oscar Cluff made Dunk. Assisted by Braden Smith.
- 2nd Half37-68Terry McMorris made Layup.
- 2nd Half37-70Gicarri Harris made Layup.
- 2nd Half37-71Gicarri Harris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-73Daniel Jacobsen made Dunk. Assisted by Braden Smith.
- 2nd Half37-76Fletcher Loyer made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Braden Smith.
- 2nd Half37-78Gicarri Harris made Layup. Assisted by Braden Smith.
- 2nd Half37-80Daniel Jacobsen made Layup. Assisted by C.J. Cox.
- 2nd Half37-82Daniel Jacobsen made Dunk. Assisted by Omer Mayer.
- 2nd Half37-83Daniel Jacobsen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-85Gicarri Harris made Jumper.
- 2nd Half37-87Omer Mayer made Dunk.
- 2nd Half37-89Jack Benter made Layup. Assisted by Gicarri Harris.
- 2nd Half37-90Jack Benter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-93Omer Mayer made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Gicarri Harris.
- 2nd Half39-93Meechie White made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-95Daniel Jacobsen made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half41-95Nazareth Fisher made Layup.
- 2nd Half41-97Daniel Jacobsen made Dunk. Assisted by Omer Mayer.
- 2nd Half43-97Terry McMorris made Jumper.
- 2nd Half43-98Daniel Jacobsen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-99Daniel Jacobsen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-99Meechie White made Jumper.
- 2nd Half45-101Omer Mayer made Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-101Meechie White made Jumper.
- 2nd Half49-101Terry McMorris made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-101Meechie White made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-101Meechie White made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-101Andrew Austin made Layup. Assisted by Terry McMorris.
- 2nd Half53-104Jack Benter made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half54-104Terry McMorris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-107Jack Benter made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Aaron Fine.
- 2nd Half55-107Meechie White made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-107Meechie White made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-107Meechie White made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-109Aaron Fine made Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-109Terry McMorris made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-109Meechie White made Three Point Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours Purdue Boilermakers, below favours Eastern Illinois Panthers.
Venue
- Mackey ArenaWest Lafayette, IN
- Attendance14876
- OfficialsLarry Scirotto, Amy Bonner, Edwin Young
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