Purdue Boilermakers Odds - National Championship for Purdue?
To say the Purdue Boilermakers odds to win a National Championship are reasonable may be something you haven’t heard in a while. The team that lost to Connecticut in the Sweet 16 has returned its top six forwards, and they’re going to be a problem for somebody this year. Online betting fans should expect to see this team win the Big Ten and make a deep run.
Purdue Boilermakers odds: +200 to win Big East; +2000 to win Championship
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Purdue Boilermakers odds maker breakdown: THE COACHING
The Boilermakers coaching staff, led by Matt Painter, deserves lots of credit. The Boilermakers had several key injuries last year and had a really rough middle of their schedule, but managed to finish strong and make the Sweet 16. Painter is an underrated coach and, should he meet expectations this year, he could be mentioned as a candidate for some bigger programs.
Purdue Boilermakers odds maker breakdown: THE STARS
The Boilermakers return their top six players from last year, which means that this roster has consistency, chemistry and stars. Robbie Hummel is a talented forward, JaJuan Johnson is a first-team all-Big Ten center, E’Twaun Moore is a second team all-Big Ten guard, and Chris Kramer and Lewis Jackson are burgeoning stars in their own right. This is a very talented roster.
Purdue Boilermakers odds maker breakdown: THE SCHEDULE
Sportsbook odds makers will see Purdue tested early on in the season with games against Wake Forest, Alabama and Buffalo. They’ll also face Boston College or St. Joseph’s, and maybe even Tennessee.
Purdue Boilermakers odds maker breakdown: THE OUTLOOK
The Final Four is taking place in Indianapolis this year, so the Boilermakers might have some home court advantage if they can get there. They’re talented, they’re deep, and they’re experienced. They learned from their loss to UConn in the Sweet Sixteen last year and NCAA basketball betting cappers could see them make a run at a National Championship this year, if they play up to expectations.
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