The Purdue Boilermakers face the Iowa Hawkeyes in the Big Ten Championship Game as 2-point favorites. Here's what you need to know:

Iowa's Offensive Firepower:

• Averaging 84+ points per game
• Led by Keegan Murray (23.4 PPG)
• Jordan Bohanan - clutch 3-point shooter
• Defensive weakness: allowing 71+ PPG

Purdue's Strengths:

• Dominant interior presence with two elite centers
• Averaging 80+ points per game
• Jaden Ivey leads scoring (17+ PPG)
• Strong defense allowing just 68.5 PPG

Key Factors:

• Fatigue will likely impact shooting percentages
• Both teams have started slowly in tournament games
• Purdue's defensive advantage could be decisive
• Iowa's defensive struggles may prove costly

Betting Pick: Purdue -2.0

Analysis: While Iowa boasts an explosive offense, Purdue's superior defense and interior dominance should prevail. The Boilermakers have been the Big Ten's most consistent team and should validate that with a championship victory. Expect a lower-scoring game than usual due to fatigue, with Purdue's defense making the difference down the stretch.

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