Key Betting Information
Matchup: Purdue Boilermakers vs. Connecticut Huskies
Date: Monday, April 8, 2024
Location: State Farm Stadium, Glendale, AZ
Odds: Connecticut favored by 6
Total Points Line: 145.5
Defensive Prowess Leads to Under
Both Purdue and Connecticut have showcased strong defensive capabilities throughout the season, which significantly contributes to the anticipation of a game going under the total points line of 145.5.
Connecticut’s Defense
Rank: 6th nationally, allowing 63.5 points per game
Efficiency: Ranked 3rd in opposition shooting efficiency
Purdue’s Defense
Rank: Allowing 68.8 points per game
3-Point Defense: Ranked 50th, allowing 31.6% from beyond the arc
Offensive Considerations
Despite high-scoring averages from both teams (Purdue at 82.9 PPG and Connecticut at 81.6 PPG), their recent form and historical matchups suggest a trend towards lower-scoring outcomes.
Connecticut’s Shooting
Field Goal Percentage: 49.8% (4th in the nation)
3-Point Shooting: Lower volume, focusing more on interior scoring
