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Purdue Basketball Faces Off Against Illinois: Big Ten Matchup Madness!

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Get ready for the showdown between Purdue and Illinois in the college basketball battle of the season!

Purdue Boilermakers are gearing up to take on the Illinois Fighting Illini in a highly anticipated Big Ten showdown on March 5, 2024. SportsLine's model has already made its picks, predicting a thrilling game between the No. 3 ranked Purdue and No. 16 Illinois. NBC Sports is set to present this key matchup with a three-commentator booth for the first time, promising an exciting viewing experience.

The game will be held at the State Farm Arena, and fans can catch the action on Peacock with pre-game coverage starting at 6:30 PM ET. With players like Zach Edey leading Purdue and the tenacious Fighting Illini squad ready to give it their all, the game is expected to be a nail-biter. Don't miss out on the chance to witness top-tier college basketball talent in action!

In a surprising turn of events, Purdue's Ethan Morton has embraced a smaller role in his senior year to support the team's success, showcasing true sportsmanship and dedication. Fletcher Loyer and Braden Smith stepped up in a crucial moment, delivering clutch shots that secured Purdue's 77-71 victory over Illinois, adding another epic chapter to the historic rivalry.

As the Purdue vs. Illinois matchup unfolds, basketball fans are in for a treat with intense gameplay and fierce competition between these powerhouse teams. Stay tuned for more exciting college basketball action and moments of pure adrenaline as the season heats up!

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Purdue vs. Illinois odds, score prediction, time: 2024 college ... (CBSSports.com)

SportsLine's model just revealed its college basketball picks, predictions and best bets for Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Purdue Boilermakers on Tuesday.

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Purdue, Illinois meet in Big Ten showdown. What to know on ... (The Indianapolis Star)

The No. 3 Purdue Boilermakers tarvel to Champaign, Ill. to battle the No. 16 Illinois Fighting Illini at State Farm Arena on March 5, 2024.

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ZACH EDEY & NO. 3 PURDUE VS. NO. 12 ILLINOIS AND TWO BIG ... (NBC Sports Pressbox)

NBC Sports to Present Key Big Ten Matchup with Three-Commentator Booth for First Time — Noah Eagle Joined by Analysts Robbie Hummel (Purdue Alum) and ...

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How to watch Purdue vs Illinois: Time, streaming info for tonight's ... (NBC Sports - Misc.)

The No. 2 Boilermakers go head-to-head with the No. 13 Fighting Illini tonight on Peacock. Pre-game coverage begins at 6:30 PM ET.

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Purdue Basketball: Illinois Preview (Hammer and Rails)

University of Illinois Fighting Illini (22-7) · Big 10: 13-5 (2nd) · Ken Pom #12 · Basic Information · Head Coach - Brad Underwood · Kenpom Style of Play · Offense.

How to Stream the Illinois vs. Purdue Game Live - March 5 (KKTV 11 News)

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Big Ten Basketball Preview: Purdue at Illinois (BT Powerhouse)

It's all come down to this. Illinois' ultimate destiny is out of its hands, as far as a conference title goes. Avoid a few unfortunate losses and maybe that ...

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Preview: Purdue basketball's Ethan Morton 'sacrificed more than ... (Journal & Courier)

After seeing extensive playing time the last two seasons, Ethan Morton bought into a smaller role as a senior in order to help Purdue succeed.

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Purdue vs. Illinois LIVE STREAM (3/5/24): Watch NCAA men's ... (nj.com)

The No. 3 Purdue Boilermakers meet the No. 12 Illinois Fighting Illini in a men's college basketball game on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at State Farm Center in ...

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Clutch shooting from Fletcher Loyer, Braden Smith lifts Purdue ... (Journal & Courier)

Fletcher Loyer's 7-0 run late and a dagger 3 from Braden Smith propelled Purdue to a 77-71 win at Illinois.

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Game recap: Purdue basketball clinches its second straight outright ... (The Indianapolis Star)

The Purdue Boilermakers are the Big Ten regular-season champions but are also an underdog to host Illinois.

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Purdue basketball proves it's not afraid of big moment with clutch ... (Journal & Courier)

Braden Smith hit the dagger in Purdue's win at Illinois. Before that, Mason Gillis, Fletcher Loyer, Lance Jones and Zach Edey all came though.

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Edey helps rally No. 3 Purdue to 77-71 win at No. 12 Illinois to clinch ... (The Associated Press)

Zach Edey had 28 points and eight rebounds as No. 3 Purdue rallied in the second half to beat No. 12 Illinois 77-71, becoming the first team in 17 years to ...

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The good — and the bad — from Illinois' loss to Purdue (The Champaign Room)

The Illini's hopes for a Big Ten regular season title were dashed on Wednesday night, as the Boilermakers prevailed in Champaign 77-71 on Senior Night.

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College basketball rankings: Purdue isn't ignoring back-to-back Big ... (CBSSports.com)

The Boilermakers can make an NCAA Tournament run, but their consecutive titles are worth celebrating.

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BoilerUpload - Purdue 77, Illinois 71 | Game Wrap | Outright Big Ten ... (Rivals.com - Purdue)

But Smith wasn't the only Boiler to knock down a clutch shots. After a half where no Purdue player aside from Zach Edey scored 4 points, multiple players ...

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BoilerUpload - Purdue showed something to Illinois, the Big Ten ... (purdue.rivals.com)

Illinois' strength coach can act tough in the hallway after the game, mouthing off to a Purdue player, a drive by of fake tough confrontation, but Purdue showed ...

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