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Purdue Boilermakers vs Washington Huskies Picks and Predictions – January 7th 2026
A rare non-conference clash headlines Tuesday night as the Purdue Boilermakers visit the Washington Huskies at Alaska Airlines Arena. Tipoff is set for 9:00 PM ET on January 7, 2026, with Purdue entering as the clear favorite. The Boilermakers, currently ranked top-5 in most polls, are 14–1 and have been steamrolling teams behind Zach Edey’s dominance inside. Washington, meanwhile, sits at 10–5 and is fighting for a quality win to boost their tournament hopes.
This one has a clear stylistic tilt — size and execution vs speed and perimeter play. Purdue has the edge in structure and experience, but the Huskies have been dangerous at home, especially when they get hot early. Can they hang inside long enough to keep it close?
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Purdue Boilermakers vs Washington Huskies Odds
Below are the current lines. Always check the latest college basketball odds page for updates closer to game time.
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purdue Boilermakers | -340 | -7.5 (-110) | O 145.5 (-110) |
| Washington Huskies | +270 | +7.5 (-110) | U 145.5 (-110) |
Purdue Boilermakers Betting Form
Purdue has looked every bit like a national title contender. Zach Edey continues to be an unsolvable problem for most defenses, and the Boilermakers are maximizing spacing and ball movement around him. Purdue ranks top-10 in adjusted offensive and defensive efficiency, and they’re shooting nearly 41% from deep as a team — a nightmare when paired with the most dominant big man in the country.
The Boilermakers also control tempo. They rarely turn the ball over, dominate the boards, and get to the line consistently. If there’s a weakness, it’s defending quick guards off the bounce, especially in transition. That’s one area Washington could attack if they can push tempo.
Full breakdown available on the Purdue stats and results. Be sure to check the Purdue injury report before making any plays.
Washington Huskies Betting Form
Washington has been better than expected in stretches this season. They’re 7–1 at home and have already pulled off a couple of upset wins, largely on the back of streaky three-point shooting and a pressure defense that forces over 15 turnovers per game. Keion Brooks Jr. continues to be their go-to scorer, and when he’s locked in, the Huskies can compete with anyone.
That said, this is a major step up in physicality. Washington ranks outside the top 200 in defensive rebounding, and they’ve been vulnerable against teams that pound the paint. If they can’t speed Purdue up or hit early shots, it could get away from them quickly.
View the full Washington schedule and stats. Keep tabs on any late scratches via the Washington injury report.
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Purdue Boilermakers vs Washington Huskies Matchup Breakdown
There’s a major interior mismatch here. Purdue’s size — especially Edey — will put immense pressure on a Washington defense that struggles to rebound and defend without fouling. If the Huskies double the post, Purdue’s shooters can punish them. If not, Edey likely dominates one-on-one.
Tempo is the swing factor. Washington wants a faster game with lots of possessions and live-ball turnovers. Purdue wants a halfcourt grind. Historically, the Boilermakers do a great job slowing games down and keeping control — which favors the road favorite.
A few matchup keys:
- Rebounding: Purdue is top-5 nationally in total rebounding rate; Washington ranks bottom-100.
- Turnovers: Washington can force chaos but gambles a lot. Purdue is methodical and rarely coughs it up.
- Shot selection: Purdue thrives on high-efficiency looks inside and from corner threes. Washington settles for a lot of midrange.
Unless Washington shoots well above expectation, the margin for error is slim. They’ll need to turn Purdue over — something few teams have done.
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Purdue Boilermakers vs Washington Huskies Predictions and Best Bets
Purdue has shown they can win ugly on the road, and this sets up as a game where their discipline should carry them. Washington could make it interesting early if the threes are falling, but Purdue’s inside-out offense should eventually wear them down. The spread is fair at -7.5, but I’d still lay it.
The total is tricky. Washington likes to push tempo, but Purdue controls game flow too well to expect a full run-and-gun script. If you’re playing the total, the lean is to the Under, assuming Purdue slows things down after halftime and limits second chances.
Still, the best angle remains with the road favorite.
Best Bet: Purdue -7.5 (-110).
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