Purdue Boilermakers Defeat Washington Huskies 81-73
Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Mackey Arena
Purdue Boilermakers 81, Washington Huskies 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Washington Huskies vs Purdue Boilermakers?
Purdue Boilermakers beat Washington Huskies 81-73 at Mackey Arena on January 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Washington Huskies vs Purdue Boilermakers?
Purdue Boilermakers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1800 (about 95% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup at Mackey Arena, the Purdue Boilermakers secured an 81-73 victory over the Washington Huskies. This game showcased Purdue's strong home performance, extending their impressive home record to 15-1 this season. The Boilermakers have been in excellent form, winning five consecutive games and boasting a 9-1 record over their last ten outings, averaging 85.6 points while allowing just 64.4. Their recent performance has been particularly dominant at home, where they have a record of 8-1, showcasing their ability to score effectively and defend well.
On the other hand, the Washington Huskies entered the game with a record of 9-7 and had struggled recently, losing their last game against the Indiana Hoosiers. Their overall record in the last ten games stands at 6-4, with an average of 82.5 points scored and 74.8 points allowed. The Huskies have faced challenges on the road, holding a 1-4 record in away games this season, which has contributed to their inconsistent performance.
In terms of previous meetings, this was the second encounter between the two teams, with Purdue winning the first matchup on January 16, 2025, with a score of 69-58. This history added an extra layer of competitiveness to the game, as both teams sought to assert their dominance.
Injury reports indicated that both teams were relatively healthy, which allowed them to field their strongest lineups. The market had Purdue favored by 16.5 points according to DraftKings, reflecting their strong home advantage and recent form. The total for the game was set at 154.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair.
The conditions at Mackey Arena were conducive to an exciting game, with a lively crowd supporting the Boilermakers. As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a showcase of skill and determination from both sides. Key moments included a series of scoring plays in the second half, where Purdue maintained their lead despite Washington's efforts to close the gap. Notable plays included a driving layup by Fletcher Loyer and a crucial free throw sequence by Braden Smith that helped solidify Purdue's lead.
Overall, the game highlighted Purdue's strength at home and their ability to perform under pressure, while Washington will look to regroup and improve their away performance in future matchups.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PUR -16.5 | 154.5 o -105 / u -115 | Washington Huskies +1000 · Purdue Boilermakers -1800 |
Leaders
- PointsBraden Smith23Purdue Boilermakers
- AssistsBraden Smith7Purdue Boilermakers
- ReboundsTrey Kaufman-Renn14Purdue Boilermakers
- PointsHannes Steinbach17Washington Huskies
- AssistsZoom Diallo8Washington Huskies
- ReboundsFranck Kepnang10Washington Huskies
Recent form
Purdue Boilermakers
Last 10: 9-1Streak W585.6 scored · 64.4 allowed per game7-1 at home
- 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
- W80-71vs Memphis TigersNov 20
Washington Huskies
Last 10: 6-4Streak L182.5 scored · 74.8 allowed per game1-3 away
- L80-90at Indiana HoosiersJan 5
- W74-65vs Utah UtesDec 30
- W86-56vs San Diego TorerosDec 23
- L66-70at Seattle U RedhawksDec 20
- W105-69vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsDec 13
- W84-76at USC TrojansDec 6
- L80-82vs UCLA BruinsDec 4
- L68-81at Colorado BuffaloesNov 28
- W83-66vs Nevada Wolf PackNov 27
- W99-93vs Southern JaguarsNov 19
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 | Washington Huskies | Purdue Boilermakers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-63 | 34-60 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 57 |
| Three-pointers | 8-26 | 5-15 |
| Three-point % | 31 | 33 |
| Free throws | 9-12 | 8-12 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 16 | 26 |
| Assists | 18 | 19 |
| Steals | 9 | 6 |
| Blocks | 0 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 42 |
| Fouls | 18 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 23 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half28-47Trey Kaufman-Renn makes layup
- 2nd Half28-49Oscar Cluff makes layup (C.J. Cox assists)
- 2nd Half28-51Trey Kaufman-Renn makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half30-51Franck Kepnang makes 4-foot turnaround jump shot (Quimari Peterson assists)
- 2nd Half30-53Oscar Cluff makes layup
- 2nd Half32-53Desmond Claude makes driving layup
- 2nd Half34-53Hannes Steinbach makes driving layup (Quimari Peterson assists)
- 2nd Half34-56Braden Smith makes 23-foot three point jumper (Trey Kaufman-Renn assists)
- 2nd Half36-56Franck Kepnang makes layup
- 2nd Half36-58Daniel Jacobsen makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Braden Smith assists)
- 2nd Half38-58Hannes Steinbach makes layup
- 2nd Half40-58Desmond Claude makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half40-60Braden Smith makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half40-62Daniel Jacobsen makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Braden Smith assists)
- 2nd Half42-62Franck Kepnang makes 2-foot dunk (Zoom Diallo assists)
- 2nd Half42-64Braden Smith makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half44-64Zoom Diallo makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-64Zoom Diallo makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half48-64Quimari Peterson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Zoom Diallo assists)
- 2nd Half50-64Hannes Steinbach makes layup (JJ Mandaquit assists)
- 2nd Half50-66Braden Smith makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half53-66Quimari Peterson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Zoom Diallo assists)
- 2nd Half53-69Omer Mayer makes 24-foot three point jumper (Braden Smith assists)
- 2nd Half55-69Hannes Steinbach makes layup (JJ Mandaquit assists)
- 2nd Half55-71Braden Smith makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-71Quimari Peterson makes 24-foot three point jumper (JJ Mandaquit assists)
- 2nd Half59-71Hannes Steinbach makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-71Hannes Steinbach makes layup (Zoom Diallo assists)
- 2nd Half61-73Braden Smith makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half64-73Quimari Peterson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Zoom Diallo assists)
- 2nd Half64-75C.J. Cox makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half64-76Trey Kaufman-Renn makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-77Trey Kaufman-Renn makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-77Zoom Diallo makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half66-79Fletcher Loyer makes driving layup (Trey Kaufman-Renn assists)
- 2nd Half69-79Hannes Steinbach makes 25-foot three point jumper (JJ Mandaquit assists)
- 2nd Half71-79Bryson Tucker makes layup (Zoom Diallo assists)
- 2nd Half71-80Braden Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-81Braden Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-81JJ Mandaquit makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Purdue Boilermakers, below favours Washington Huskies.
Venue
- Mackey ArenaWest Lafayette, IN
- Attendance14876
- OfficialsD.J. Carstensen, Earl Walton, Jeffrey Anderson
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