Michael Cannon

Purdue (+7) vs. Connecticut, at Glendale, AZ

Take the points with Purdue tonight when they take on Connecticut.

At first glance this would appear to be an easy game for the Huskies, but that’s why they play the games.

Purdue is not going to go quietly, I can promise you that. If anything, the Boilermakers are capable of matching the physical play of UConn in the paint and that right there will keep Purdue close throughout the game.

The Boilermakers also boast a supremely balanced offensive attack and the entire team comes at its opponent for the full 40 minutes.

The Huskies are on a 3-6 ATS slide in their last nine games, while the Boilermakers are on ATS runs of 12-5-1 as an underdog, 4-1 as a neutral-site dog and 6-2 as a tournament pup.

Take the points with Purdue as they battle and stay within the number tonight.

2♦ PURDUE