Purdue Boilermakers vs Illinois Fighting Illini predictions, Jan 24, 2026

Jan 23, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Purdue Boilermakers basketball will face off against Illinois Fighting Illini basketball in what promises to be a thrilling NCAA College Basketball matchup on January 24, 2026. The home team, Purdue Boilermakers, have been in good form recently, securing wins in 4 of their last 5 matches. On the other hand, Illinois Fighting Illini have been on a hot streak, winning all of their last 5 matches.

Looking at the bookmakers’ odds, Purdue Boilermakers are slight favorites with odds of 1.65 for a home win, while Illinois Fighting Illini are priced at 2.13 for an away win. According to our model prediction, there is a 60.7% chance of a home win and a 39.3% chance of an away win.

Both teams have shown tactical strength in their recent performances, with solid defense and efficient offense. It will be interesting to see how they match up against each other on the court. This game could go either way, as both teams have been in top form. Fans can expect an exciting and competitive game between these two talented teams.

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Purdue
56%		 Illinois
44%

Prediction (the most likely score): 77:74

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Betting Odds

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betsson 1.63 2.18
MarathonBet 1.69 2.07
Pinnacle 1.65 2.04
Best for US Customers 1.66 2.16

Latest Results

20.01.26 UCLA Bruins basketball – Purdue Boilermakers basketball – 69:67
17.01.26 USC Trojans basketball – Purdue Boilermakers basketball – 64:69
14.01.26 Purdue Boilermakers basketball – Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – 79:72
10.01.26 Purdue Boilermakers basketball – Penn State Nittany Lions basketball – 93:85
07.01.26 Purdue Boilermakers basketball – Washington Huskies basketball – 81:73		 21.01.26 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Maryland Terrapins basketball – 89:70
17.01.26 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Minnesota Golden Gophers basketball – 77:67
14.01.26 Northwestern Wildcats basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 68:79
11.01.26 Iowa Hawkeyes basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 69:75
08.01.26 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Rutgers Scarlet Knights basketball – 81:55

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Purdue won 4.
  • Purdue is showing really good form (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • Illinois is on a winning streak and currently in very good shape (last 5 games: 5 wins).
  • Illinois may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Purdue won 12 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 8 matches, and goals 1382:1346. (average 69.1:67.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Purdue won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 689:597. (average 76.6:66.3).

    Latest Head To Head

    07.03.25 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Purdue Boilermakers basketball – 88:80
    05.03.24 Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – Purdue Boilermakers basketball – 71:77
    05.01.24 Purdue Boilermakers basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 83:78
    05.03.23 Purdue Boilermakers basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 76:71
    08.02.22 Purdue Boilermakers basketball – Illinois Fighting Illini basketball – 84:68

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 5 (14.46%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 5.5 (13.14%)

    3. Connecticut Huskies: 10 (7.23%)

    4. Duke Blue Devils: 12 (6.02%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 12 (6.02%)

    6. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (5.56%)

    7. Iowa State: 15 (4.82%)

    8. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16 (4.52%)

    9. Florida Gators: 19 (3.8%)

    10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 23 (3.14%)

    11. Vanderbilt Commodores: 31 (2.33%)

    12. Brigham Young: 31 (2.33%)

    13. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (2.33%)

    14. Michigan State: 36 (2.01%)

    15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 36 (2.01%)

    16. Texas Tech: 41 (1.76%)

    17. Virginia Cavaliers: 51 (1.42%)

    18. Louisville: 51 (1.42%)

    19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 51 (1.42%)

    20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 61 (1.18%)

    21. North Carolina: 81 (0.89%)

    22. St. Johns Red Storm: 91 (0.79%)

    23. Tennessee Volunteers: 101 (0.72%)

    24. Kentucky Wildcats: 101 (0.72%)

    25. Clemson: 126 (0.57%)

    26. Iowa Hawkeyes: 126 (0.57%)

    27. Georgia Bulldogs: 176 (0.41%)

    28. Indiana Hoosiers: 201 (0.36%)

    29. Wisconsin Badgers: 201 (0.36%)

    30. SMU Mustangs: 201 (0.36%)

    31. UCLA: 201 (0.36%)

    32. St. Louis Billikens: 201 (0.36%)

    33. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    34. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

    35. Baylor Bears: 251 (0.29%)

    36. Auburn Tigers: 251 (0.29%)

    37. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)

    38. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

    39. Texas A&M: 251 (0.29%)

    40. UCF Knights: 351 (0.21%)

    41. Seton Hall Pirates: 351 (0.21%)

    42. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

    43. San Diego State: 351 (0.21%)

    44. Missouri Tigers: 351 (0.21%)

    45. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

    46. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.14%)

    47. TCU: 501 (0.14%)

    48. Creighton: 501 (0.14%)

    49. Oklahoma Sooners: 501 (0.14%)

    50. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.14%)

    51. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.14%)

    52. LSU: 751 (0.1%)

    53. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.1%)

    54. Kansas State: 751 (0.1%)

    55. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

    56. New Mexico: 751 (0.1%)

    57. Butler Bulldogs: 751 (0.1%)

    58. Oregon Ducks: 751 (0.1%)

    59. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    60. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.07%)

    61. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

    62. Marquette: 1001 (0.07%)

    63. Colorado State: 1001 (0.07%)

    64. Wake Forest: 1001 (0.07%)

    65. Memphis Tigers: 1001 (0.07%)

    66. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.07%)

    67. Washington Huskies: 1001 (0.07%)

    68. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

    69. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

    70. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    71. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.07%)

    72. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

    73. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

    74. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.07%)

    75. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    76. Georgia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

    77. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

    78. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

    79. Arizona State: 1001 (0.07%)

    80. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.07%)

    81. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 1001 (0.07%)

    82. Florida State: 1001 (0.07%)

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