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Indiana Basketball Faces Purdue in Rivalry Matchup
Hoosiers look to sweep season series against No. 7 Boilermakers
Published on Feb. 28, 2026
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Indiana basketball will travel to Mackey Arena in West Lafayette to take on Purdue on Friday night. The Hoosiers (17-9, 8-7 Big Ten) are seeking their third straight win over the No. 7 Boilermakers (21-5, 11-4) and a season series sweep. Both teams are looking to bounce back from recent losses to ranked opponents.
Why it matters
This in-state rivalry matchup between Indiana and Purdue is always highly anticipated, with both teams vying for positioning in the Big Ten standings. A win for the Hoosiers would give them a season sweep and potentially boost their NCAA Tournament resume, while the Boilermakers will be looking to even the season series and protect their ranking.
The details
The game will be televised nationally on FOX, with Gus Johnson and Steve Smith on the call. Indiana is coming off a loss to No. 10 Illinois, while Purdue fell earlier this week to No. 1 Michigan. The Hoosiers have struggled on the road this season, with their three road wins coming against weaker opponents. Purdue is favored by 11 points, with the Boilermakers expected to pull away in the second half.
- The game will tip off at 7:00 PM EST on Friday, February 20, 2026.
The players
Indiana Hoosiers
The Indiana Hoosiers are a Division I college basketball team that competes in the Big Ten Conference.
Purdue Boilermakers
The Purdue Boilermakers are a Division I college basketball team that also competes in the Big Ten Conference.
What’s next
The winner of this game will gain an advantage in the Big Ten standings and potentially improve their NCAA Tournament seeding.
The takeaway
This in-state rivalry matchup between Indiana and Purdue is always a highly anticipated event, with both teams looking to gain an edge in the Big Ten and position themselves for postseason success. The game will feature two talented teams looking to bounce back from recent losses and secure a crucial conference win.
