LARRY COOK
3* on Wisconsin +9.5
Reasons why Wisconsin covers:
1.) Wisconsin is 16-4 this season, having only lost by more than 9 points once all season and that came back in November against Gonzaga. The Badgers are an underrated team in the Big Ten this year, and they'll prove it once again by giving Purdue a run for their money tonight. The Badgers already beat the Boilermakers by a final of 73-66 at home earlier this season. Sure, Purdue will be looking for revenge, but the Boilermakers will not be escaping with a double-digit victory tonight.
2.) Purdue is 1-8 ATS after 5 straight games committing 14 or less turnovers over the last 2 seasons. Wisconsin is 12-3 ATS vs. good free throw shooting teams - making >=72% of their attempts over the last 2 seasons. The Boilermakers are 0-6 ATS in their last 6 home games vs. a team with a losing road record. Bet Wisconsin on the road.