Purdue enters this matchup with several key advantages, starting with the quasi-home court edge as the game is played in Indianapolis, where the Boilermakers are likely to have significant fan support. Historically, Purdue has dominated this series, leading Texas A&M 3-1 all-time, including a win in their last meeting during the 2010 NCAA Tournament under Coach Matt Painter, who remains at the helm. Offensively, Purdue boasts one of the strongest units Texas A&M will face this season, giving them a clear scoring edge. The Boilermakers have shown consistency as favorites, winning all seven games this season when favored on the moneyline, and predictive models back this trend with a win probability of 56-68.2%. While both teams share 8-2 records, Purdue’s experience competing in the tougher Big Ten conference provides an additional edge. Given these factors, particularly their offensive firepower and favorable history against Texas A&M, taking Purdue -2.5 looks like a solid bet.