Kent State Golden Flashes vs Purdue Boilermakers NCAAB Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/29
The Kent State Golden Flashes will take on the #5 Purdue Boilermakers at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, Indiana. This non-conference game is set for Monday, December 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM ET. Fans can catch the action on B1G+. The Boilermakers enter as the favorites with a spread of -25.5, while the Golden Flashes are the underdogs at +25.5.
Kent State, from the Mid-American Conference, has a solid 10-2 record this season. Purdue, representing the Big Ten Conference, holds an impressive 11-1 record. The Boilermakers are ranked #5 in the AP poll, showcasing their strong season performance. This game will test Kent State against a top-ranked opponent, making it an exciting challenge for the Golden Flashes.
Kent State Golden Flashes vs Purdue Boilermakers Game Day Info
- Sport: College Basketball
- Teams: Kent State Golden Flashes vs Purdue Boilermakers
- Venue: Mackey Arena, West Lafayette IN
- Date: Monday, December 29, 2025 at 7:00 PM ET
- Betting Odds: Purdue -25.5 (-113), Kent State +25.5 (-112)
Kent State Golden Flashes Team Preview
The Kent State Golden Flashes are having a strong season with a record of 10-2. They have been particularly effective in scoring, averaging 94.3 points per game. This places them 8th in the nation for points per game.
Delrecco Gillespie is a key player for Kent State, leading with 19.2 points and 12.6 rebounds per game. He consistently performs well, contributing significantly in recent games. Morgan Safford also adds value, scoring 15.1 points per game with a 42.5% field goal percentage.
Kent State has shown strength in three-point shooting, making 11.2 per game. They rank 19th in the nation in this category. Their ability to score from beyond the arc is a significant part of their offensive strategy.
Purdue Boilermakers Team Preview
The Purdue Boilermakers have been strong this season, standing at 11-1 overall. At home, they hold an 8-1 record. Their recent games show big wins, including a 28-point victory over Auburn and another 28-point win against Minnesota.
Offensively, Purdue ranks 21st in field goal percentage at 50.9%. They average 84.9 points per game, placing them 67th in the nation. Their three-point shooting is notable, with a 40.1% success rate, ranking 20th.
Key players like Braden Smith and Trey Kaufman-Renn have been critical. Smith averages 12.6 points and 9.5 assists per game. Kaufman-Renn contributes with 13.9 points and 10 rebounds per game.
BTB Betting Pick
The Purdue Boilermakers are favored to win with a spread of -25.5. Kent State scores an average of 94.3 points per game, while Purdue scores 84.9. With Kent State’s high scoring and Purdue’s solid offense, the projected score might be closer than expected. Taking Kent State +25.5 seems like a reasonable pick against the spread.
The total for this game is set at 161.5. Both teams have high effective field goal percentages, with Purdue at 58.8% and Kent State at 58.6%. Kent State’s fast pace and Purdue’s efficiency can lead to a high-scoring game. Therefore, the over 161.5 is the recommended pick for the total.