The No. 22 Purdue Boilermakers (9-4, 1-1 Big Ten) travel in Big Ten play versus the Minnesota Golden Gophers (8-5, 0-2 Big Ten) on Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 8:00 PM ET.

In its previous game, Purdue defeated Toledo, 83-64, at home. Its top scorers were Braden Smith (34 PTS, 12 AST, 3 STL, 54.55 FG%, 6-13 from 3PT) and Trey Kaufman-Renn (23 PTS, 78.57 FG%).

Minnesota defeated Morgan State 90-68 at home last time out, and were led by Mike Mitchell Jr.


(22 PTS, 80.00 FG%, 6-8 from 3PT) and Dawson Garcia


(18 PTS, 8 REB, 3 BLK, 71.43 FG%, 4-5 from 3PT).

Here’s what you need to get ready for Thursday’s college hoops action.

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Purdue Boilermakers vs. Minnesota Golden Gophers

  • Game day: Thursday, January 2, 2025
  • Game time: 8:00 PM ET
  • TV: Fox Sports 1
  • Live stream: Fubo (Regional restrictions may apply)

NCAA Basketball Odds and Betting Lines

  • Spread: Purdue -5.5
  • Total: 136.5

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