Purdue Boilermakers vs Memphis Tigers NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/20

The Purdue Boilermakers take on the Memphis Tigers in a non-conference game at the Baha Mar Convention Center in Nassau, Bahamas. The game is scheduled for Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 6:00 PM ET. This is a neutral site game, and it will be broadcast on CBSS.
Purdue enters the game as the favorite with a spread of -16.5. They have a strong start to the season with a 4-0 record. Memphis, on the other hand, is the underdog with a spread of +16.5 and holds a 1-2 record. The over/under for this game is set at 158.5 points.
Purdue Boilermakers vs Memphis Tigers Game Day Info
- Sport: College Basketball
- Teams: Purdue Boilermakers vs Memphis Tigers
- Venue: Baha Mar Convention Center, Nassau Bahamas
- Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
- Betting Odds: Purdue Spread: -16.5 (-110), Memphis Spread: +16.5 (-110), Purdue MoneyLine: -2250, Memphis MoneyLine: +1050, Over/Under: 158.5
Purdue Boilermakers Team Preview
The Purdue Boilermakers have started the season strong with a perfect 4-0 record. They hold the top spot in the AP rankings, showcasing their dominance in the Big Ten. Their recent games include wins against Akron, Alabama, and Oakland, displaying their offensive strength.
Purdue averages 88.2 points per game, ranking them 72nd in scoring. Their shooting accuracy is impressive, with a field goal percentage of 48.5%. The Boilermakers are also effective from beyond the arc, making 40.7% of their three-point attempts.
Key players like Trey Kaufman-Renn, Braden Smith, and Oscar Cluff have been instrumental in their success. Kaufman-Renn has averaged 18 points and 15 rebounds in his two appearances. Smith leads with 17.8 points per game and 34 assists, while Cluff adds 11.5 points and 11 rebounds per game.
Memphis Tigers Team Preview
The Memphis Tigers are working through the early part of their season. They have a record of 1-2, with their only win coming at home. Their most recent game was a 78-92 loss against the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels.
Offensively, the Tigers average 77 points per game, placing them at 239th in the nation. They have struggled with shooting accuracy, holding a field goal percentage of 42.7%. Their effective field goal percentage is slightly lower at 48.6%, ranking 285th.
Defensively, the team averages 10 steals per game. This shows their ability to disrupt the opposing team’s offense. However, they have room for improvement in blocking shots, with only 3 blocks per game.
BTB Betting Pick
The Purdue Boilermakers are favored by 16.5 points against the Memphis Tigers. Purdue scores 88.2 points per game, while Memphis scores 77.0. With Purdue’s higher scoring and Memphis’ lower shooting percentages, Purdue is likely to cover the spread. The projected score could be Purdue 90, Memphis 72, suggesting Purdue covers the -16.5 spread.
The over/under for the game is set at 158.5 points. Purdue’s offensive strength and Memphis’ fast pace could lead to a high-scoring game. However, Memphis’ lower shooting percentages might limit their scoring. The projected total is around 162 points, so taking the over at 158.5 is a reasonable choice.