Michigan Tops Purdue in High-Scoring Clash
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 6:30 PM ET · Mackey Arena
Michigan Wolverines 91, Purdue Boilermakers 80, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Michigan Wolverines vs Purdue Boilermakers?
Michigan Wolverines beat Purdue Boilermakers 91-80 at Mackey Arena on February 17, 2026.
Who was favored in Michigan Wolverines vs Purdue Boilermakers?
Michigan Wolverines were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling matchup at Mackey Arena, the Michigan Wolverines secured a decisive 91-80 victory over the Purdue Boilermakers. This game was particularly noteworthy as it featured two teams with contrasting records; Michigan entered the contest with an impressive away record of 25-1, while Purdue boasted a solid home record of 21-5. The Wolverines have been on an impressive run, winning their last ten games, while Purdue had recently found some momentum, winning four consecutive games before this loss.
Purdue's recent form leading up to this game included a record of 7-3 over their last ten outings, with an average of 77.6 points scored per game and 71.1 points allowed. Their last five games showed a slightly better average of 77.2 points scored and 66.6 points allowed, indicating a strong offensive performance despite their defensive struggles. The Boilermakers had a mixed home record of 3-1 in their last four home games, which included a notable win against the Iowa Hawkeyes just a few days prior.
On the other hand, Michigan's form has been nothing short of stellar. They not only entered the game on a ten-game winning streak but also averaged 84.6 points scored and 68.1 points allowed over their last ten games. Their last five games showcased an even more impressive scoring average of 89.6 points, highlighting their offensive prowess. The Wolverines had a perfect away record of 5-0 in their last five games, further emphasizing their capability to perform on the road.
Historically, the matchup between these two teams has leaned slightly in favor of Michigan, who held a 2-1 record against Purdue in their last three meetings. Their most recent encounter prior to this game was on March 15, 2025, where Michigan triumphed with a score of 86-68. Purdue's sole victory in this span came on January 25, 2025, when they defeated Michigan 91-64 at home.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details that could have influenced the game. However, both teams appeared to be at full strength for this crucial matchup, which likely contributed to the high level of play observed throughout the game.
The betting lines prior to the game, provided by DraftKings, indicated that Michigan was favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 156.5 points. The odds reflected the Wolverines' strong performance this season, as well as their recent dominance in head-to-head matchups against Purdue.
As the game unfolded, it was clear that Michigan's offensive strategy was effective, with key plays contributing to their scoring. Notable moments included Morez Johnson Jr. making crucial free throws and a significant three-pointer from Jack Benter, which helped to maintain Michigan's lead in the second half. The Wolverines consistently found ways to capitalize on their scoring opportunities, which ultimately led to their victory.
The final score of 91-80 not only highlighted Michigan's offensive strength but also underscored the challenges Purdue faced in containing their opponent's scoring. With this win, Michigan continues to solidify their position as a formidable contender in the league, while Purdue will need to regroup and address their defensive issues moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MICH -2.5 | 156.5 o -112 / u -108 | Michigan Wolverines -148 · Purdue Boilermakers +124 |
Leaders
- PointsTrey Kaufman-Renn27Purdue Boilermakers
- AssistsBraden Smith6Purdue Boilermakers
- ReboundsTrey Kaufman-Renn12Purdue Boilermakers
- PointsElliot Cadeau17Michigan Wolverines
- AssistsElliot Cadeau7Michigan Wolverines
- ReboundsMorez Johnson Jr.11Michigan Wolverines
Recent form
Purdue Boilermakers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W477.6 scored · 71.1 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W78-57at Iowa HawkeyesFeb 14
- W80-77at Nebraska CornhuskersFeb 11
- W68-64vs Oregon DucksFeb 7
- W93-63at Maryland TerrapinsFeb 1
- L67-72at Indiana HoosiersJan 28
- L82-88vs Illinois Fighting IlliniJan 24
- L67-69at UCLA BruinsJan 21
- W69-64at USC TrojansJan 17
- W79-72vs Iowa HawkeyesJan 14
- W93-85vs Penn State Nittany LionsJan 10
Michigan Wolverines
Last 10: 10-0Streak W1084.6 scored · 68.1 allowed per game5-0 away
- W86-56vs UCLA BruinsFeb 14
- W87-75at Northwestern WildcatsFeb 12
- W82-61at Ohio State BuckeyesFeb 8
- W110-69vs Penn State Nittany LionsFeb 5
- W83-71at Michigan State SpartansJan 31
- W75-72vs Nebraska CornhuskersJan 28
- W74-62vs Ohio State BuckeyesJan 24
- W86-72vs Indiana HoosiersJan 21
- W81-71at Oregon DucksJan 17
- W82-72at Washington HuskiesJan 15
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Michigan Wolverines | Purdue Boilermakers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-57 | 27-69 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 13-23 | 8-26 |
| Three-point % | 57 | 31 |
| Free throws | 18-23 | 18-20 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 90 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 17 |
| Assists | 24 | 12 |
| Steals | 3 | 10 |
| Blocks | 5 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 22 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 32 |
| Fouls | 17 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 20 | 5 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 84 | 10 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half62-48Oscar Cluff makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-48L.J. Cason makes layup
- 2nd Half64-50Trey Kaufman-Renn makes 9-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half66-50L.J. Cason makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half66-53Braden Smith makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half69-53Trey McKenney makes 24-foot three point jumper (Elliot Cadeau assists)
- 2nd Half69-54Oscar Cluff makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-55Braden Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-56Braden Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-58Oscar Cluff makes layup
- 2nd Half72-58Trey McKenney makes 23-foot three point jumper (Yaxel Lendeborg assists)
- 2nd Half72-60Braden Smith makes driving layup
- 2nd Half73-60Elliot Cadeau makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half74-60Elliot Cadeau makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half74-62Trey Kaufman-Renn makes layup
- 2nd Half74-63Trey Kaufman-Renn makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half75-63Morez Johnson Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-63Morez Johnson Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-63Yaxel Lendeborg makes 25-foot three point jumper (Aday Mara assists)
- 2nd Half79-66C.J. Cox makes 23-foot three point jumper (Fletcher Loyer assists)
- 2nd Half79-67Braden Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-68Braden Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-68Trey McKenney makes layup (Yaxel Lendeborg assists)
- 2nd Half81-69Fletcher Loyer makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half81-70Fletcher Loyer makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half81-71Fletcher Loyer makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half81-73Gicarri Harris makes driving layup
- 2nd Half82-73L.J. Cason makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-73L.J. Cason makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-74Braden Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-75Braden Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half85-75Morez Johnson Jr. makes layup (Yaxel Lendeborg assists)
- 2nd Half86-75Morez Johnson Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half86-78Jack Benter makes 26-foot three point jumper (Braden Smith assists)
- 2nd Half88-78Morez Johnson Jr. makes 4-foot dunk (L.J. Cason assists)
- 2nd Half89-78Morez Johnson Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half89-79Braden Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half89-80Braden Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half90-80L.J. Cason makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half91-80L.J. Cason makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Purdue Boilermakers, below favours Michigan Wolverines.
Venue
- Mackey ArenaWest Lafayette, IN
- Attendance14876
- OfficialsLarry Scirotto, James Breeding, Randy Richardson
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