Nebraska Cornhuskers vs Purdue Boilermakers predictions, Mar 13, 2026

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As the Nebraska Cornhuskers prepare to host the Purdue Boilermakers on March 13, 2026, both teams are approaching this matchup with contrasting recent performances. The Cornhuskers have won four of their last five games, showcasing a resurgence in form that speaks to their tactical adaptability and home-court advantage. Their offensive cohesion and defensive discipline have been instrumental in securing vital wins, indicating that they are finding their rhythm as the season progresses.

On the other hand, the Boilermakers have struggled recently, winning only two of their last five matches. While their squad holds significant talent, inconsistencies in both offensive execution and defensive rotations have hampered their results. Purdue will need to tighten their strategy to counter the Cornhuskers’ momentum and leverage their strengths.

The bookmakers currently favor Purdue with odds of 1.52 compared to Nebraska’s 2.3, reflecting confidence in the Boilermakers’ potential to assert dominance despite their recent form. With model predictions indicating a 36.7% probability of a Cornhuskers win versus a 63.3% chance for an away victory, this game promises to be a competitive showdown. Fans can expect a tightly contested encounter, but as always, outcomes in basketball are never guaranteed.

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Nebraska 38.8%

Purdue 61.2%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	2.4		1.52
	2.36		1.55
	2.5		1.5
	2.3		1.52

Latest Results

08.03.26 Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – 84:75 OT 03.03.26 UCLA Bruins basketball – Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – 73:52 28.02.26 USC Trojans basketball – Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – 67:82 25.02.26 Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – Maryland Terrapins basketball – 74:61 21.02.26 Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 87:64

12.03.26 Purdue Boilermakers basketball – Northwestern Wildcats basketball – 81:68 07.03.26 Purdue Boilermakers basketball – Wisconsin Badgers basketball – 93:97 04.03.26 Northwestern Wildcats basketball – Purdue Boilermakers basketball – 66:70 01.03.26 Ohio State Buckeyes basketball – Purdue Boilermakers basketball – 82:74 26.02.26 Purdue Boilermakers basketball – Michigan State Spartans basketball – 74:76

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Nebraska won 1.

Nebraska is undoubtedly in great shape (last 5 games: 4 wins).

Purdue has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).

Purdue may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

Purdue will hold a modest advantage in this match.

We predict that Nebraska will win today’s game, with odds of 2.4.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Nebraska won 5 matches, drew 1 match, lost 14 matches, and goals 1265:1410. (average 63.3:70.5).

Including home matches between the teams, Nebraska won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 704:706. (average 70.4:70.6).

Latest Head To Head

10.02.26 Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – Purdue Boilermakers basketball – 77:80 OT 12.01.25 Purdue Boilermakers basketball – Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – 104:68 09.01.24 Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – Purdue Boilermakers basketball – 88:72 13.01.23 Purdue Boilermakers basketball – Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – 73:55 10.12.22 Nebraska Cornhuskers basketball – Purdue Boilermakers basketball – 62:65 OT (56:56)

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Michigan Wolverines: 4.25 (18.34%)

2. Duke Blue Devils: 4.3 (18.13%)

3. Arizona Wildcats: 5.75 (13.56%)

4. Florida Gators: 7 (11.14%)

5. Houston Cougars: 13 (6%)

6. Connecticut Huskies: 17 (4.59%)

7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 19 (4.1%)

8. Iowa State: 23 (3.39%)

9. Kansas Jayhawks: 36 (2.17%)

10. Michigan State: 41 (1.9%)

11. Purdue Boilermakers: 51 (1.53%)

12. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 56 (1.39%)

13. Virginia Cavaliers: 67 (1.16%)

14. Arkansas Razorbacks: 67 (1.16%)

15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 81 (0.96%)

16. Alabama Crimson Tide: 81 (0.96%)

17. St. Johns Red Storm: 81 (0.96%)

18. Louisville: 91 (0.86%)

19. Tennessee Volunteers: 101 (0.77%)

20. Vanderbilt Commodores: 101 (0.77%)

21. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.62%)

22. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.62%)

23. Texas Tech: 151 (0.52%)

24. Brigham Young: 151 (0.52%)

25. North Carolina: 201 (0.39%)

26. Iowa Hawkeyes: 251 (0.31%)

27. Miami (FL): 251 (0.31%)

28. UCLA: 251 (0.31%)

29. Texas A&M: 251 (0.31%)

30. NC State: 251 (0.31%)

31. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.22%)

32. St. Louis Billikens: 351 (0.22%)

33. Villanova Wildcats: 501 (0.16%)

34. Indiana Hoosiers: 501 (0.16%)

35. UCF Knights: 501 (0.16%)

36. Ohio State Buckeyes: 501 (0.16%)

37. New Mexico: 501 (0.16%)

38. San Diego State: 501 (0.16%)

39. Missouri Tigers: 501 (0.16%)

40. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

41. Virginia Tech: 1001 (0.08%)

42. TCU: 1001 (0.08%)

43. Texas Longhorns: 1001 (0.08%)

44. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.08%)

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