Purdue Boilermakers Defeat Penn State Nittany Lions 93-85
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Mackey Arena
Purdue Boilermakers 93, Penn State Nittany Lions 85, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Penn State Nittany Lions vs Purdue Boilermakers?
Purdue Boilermakers beat Penn State Nittany Lions 93-85 at Mackey Arena on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Penn State Nittany Lions vs Purdue Boilermakers?
Purdue Boilermakers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -6500 (about 98% implied). The favorite won.
In a high-scoring encounter at Mackey Arena, the Purdue Boilermakers triumphed over the Penn State Nittany Lions with a final score of 93-85. This victory extends Purdue's impressive home record to 16-1 and showcases their strong performance this season. The Boilermakers have been in excellent form, winning six consecutive games and averaging 87.6 points in their last five outings, while allowing an average of 65.0 points. Their recent success has been marked by notable victories, including an 81-73 win against the Washington Huskies just two days prior to this game.
On the other hand, the Nittany Lions have struggled recently, losing their last two games and holding a record of 4-6 in their last ten. They averaged 75.5 points but allowed 78.2 points during this stretch, indicating defensive vulnerabilities that Purdue capitalized on. Their recent games included a narrow 72-74 loss to the Michigan Wolverines and a 65-73 defeat against the Illinois Fighting Illini.
Purdue's home performance has been particularly dominant, with a home record of 7-1 this season. In contrast, Penn State has faced challenges on the road, maintaining an away record of 0-1. The Boilermakers' scoring prowess was evident throughout the game, as they managed to maintain a lead and consistently respond to Penn State's scoring efforts.
In their previous meeting on December 5, 2024, Purdue lost to Penn State 70-81, making this game a significant revenge match for the Boilermakers. The stakes were high, and they delivered a strong performance to even the score.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams have been navigating their rosters as the season progresses. Purdue's depth and ability to score from various positions proved crucial in this matchup.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Purdue as a heavy favorite with a spread of -22.5 and a money line of -6500, while Penn State was priced at +2000. The total for the game was set at 152.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring affair, which indeed materialized.
The conditions in Mackey Arena were conducive to a fast-paced game, and both teams showcased their offensive capabilities. Purdue's scoring plays were highlighted by key contributions from players like Oscar Cluff and Freddie Dilione V, who made significant shots in the second half to secure the win.
As the game progressed, Purdue maintained control, with scoring plays that included a layup from C.J. Cox and a crucial three-pointer from Freddie Dilione V that brought Penn State within striking distance late in the game. However, Purdue's consistent scoring and defensive efforts ensured they held onto their lead until the final buzzer.
Overall, this matchup highlighted Purdue's strength at home and their ability to bounce back from previous defeats, while Penn State will need to regroup and address their defensive issues as they continue their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PUR -22.5 | 152.5 o -110 / u -110 | Penn State Nittany Lions +2000 · Purdue Boilermakers -6500 |
Leaders
- PointsBraden Smith26Purdue Boilermakers
- AssistsBraden Smith14Purdue Boilermakers
- ReboundsTrey Kaufman-Renn9Purdue Boilermakers
- PointsFreddie Dilione V25Penn State Nittany Lions
- AssistsFreddie Dilione V5Penn State Nittany Lions
- ReboundsIvan Juric10Penn State Nittany Lions
Recent form
Purdue Boilermakers
Last 10: 9-1Streak W685.7 scored · 64.6 allowed per game7-1 at home
- W81-73vs Washington HuskiesJan 8
- W89-73at Wisconsin BadgersJan 4
- W101-60vs Kent State Golden FlashesDec 30
- W88-60vs Auburn TigersDec 20
- W79-59vs Marquette Golden EaglesDec 13
- W85-57vs Minnesota Golden GophersDec 11
- L58-81vs Iowa State CyclonesDec 6
- W81-65at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsDec 3
- W109-62vs Eastern Illinois PanthersNov 28
- W86-56vs Texas Tech Red RaidersNov 22
Penn State Nittany Lions
Last 10: 4-6Streak L275.5 scored · 78.2 allowed per game0-1 away
- L72-74vs Michigan WolverinesJan 7
- L65-73vs Illinois Fighting IlliniJan 4
- W90-67vs North Carolina Central EaglesDec 29
- L46-80vs Pittsburgh PanthersDec 21
- L72-76vs Michigan State SpartansDec 13
- L72-113at Indiana HoosiersDec 10
- W87-76vs Campbell Fighting CamelsDec 2
- W90-59vs Sacred Heart PioneersNov 29
- W96-87vs Boston University TerriersNov 26
- L65-77vs Providence FriarsNov 22
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 | Penn State Nittany Lions | Purdue Boilermakers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-56 | 38-66 |
| Field goal % | 57 | 58 |
| Three-pointers | 12-27 | 11-29 |
| Three-point % | 44 | 38 |
| Free throws | 9-10 | 6-14 |
| Free throw % | 90 | 43 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 27 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 19 |
| Assists | 16 | 25 |
| Steals | 2 | 7 |
| Blocks | 0 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 3 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 50 |
| Fouls | 17 | 10 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 9 | 80 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half47-50Dominick Stewart makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half47-52Braden Smith makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half47-55C.J. Cox makes 25-foot three point jumper (Braden Smith assists)
- 2nd Half48-55Ivan Juric makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-55Ivan Juric makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-57Trey Kaufman-Renn makes layup (Braden Smith assists)
- 2nd Half49-60C.J. Cox makes 23-foot three point jumper (Braden Smith assists)
- 2nd Half51-60Melih Tunca makes 6-foot pullup jump shot (Freddie Dilione V assists)
- 2nd Half53-60Saša Ciani makes layup (Dominick Stewart assists)
- 2nd Half53-63Fletcher Loyer makes 24-foot three point jumper (Trey Kaufman-Renn assists)
- 2nd Half55-63Melih Tunca makes layup (Mason Blackwood assists)
- 2nd Half55-65Fletcher Loyer makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-66Fletcher Loyer makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half57-66Mason Blackwood makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-68Braden Smith makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half59-68Freddie Dilione V makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-68Mason Blackwood makes 0-foot dunk (Melih Tunca assists)
- 2nd Half61-70Gicarri Harris makes layup
- 2nd Half63-70Freddie Dilione V makes layup (Mason Blackwood assists)
- 2nd Half63-72Oscar Cluff makes layup
- 2nd Half65-72Ivan Juric makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-74Braden Smith makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-74Freddie Dilione V makes layup
- 2nd Half67-76Oscar Cluff makes layup
- 2nd Half69-76Freddie Dilione V makes driving layup
- 2nd Half69-79Fletcher Loyer makes 24-foot three point jumper (Braden Smith assists)
- 2nd Half71-79Melih Tunca makes driving layup
- 2nd Half71-81Oscar Cluff makes layup (Trey Kaufman-Renn assists)
- 2nd Half74-81Eli Rice makes 24-foot three point jumper (Josh Reed assists)
- 2nd Half74-83Oscar Cluff makes 5-foot hook shot (Braden Smith assists)
- 2nd Half74-85C.J. Cox makes layup (Braden Smith assists)
- 2nd Half74-86C.J. Cox makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half74-88C.J. Cox makes layup
- 2nd Half77-88Mason Blackwood makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half79-88Freddie Dilione V makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half79-89Trey Kaufman-Renn makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-91Oscar Cluff makes layup
- 2nd Half82-91Freddie Dilione V makes 25-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half82-93Oscar Cluff makes layup (Fletcher Loyer assists)
- 2nd Half85-93Freddie Dilione V makes 24-foot three point jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours Purdue Boilermakers, below favours Penn State Nittany Lions.
Venue
- Mackey ArenaWest Lafayette, IN
- Attendance14876
- OfficialsMichael Irving, Mike Littlewood, Kelly Pfeifer
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