Purdue Boilermakers On SI · Nov 4
5 Things to Know About Purdue Basketball's Next Opponent — Valparaiso
After a trip to Las Vegas to open its season on Monday night against No. 15 Gonzaga, Purdue returns to West Lafayette this week and will play its home opener at Mackey Arena. The Boilermakers host in-state foe Valparaiso, the first of a five-game homestand.
The Beacons began their season with an impressive 80-58 victory over Western Illinois. They head to Mackey Arena ranked No. 140 in the KenPom standings and are looking to pull off a major upset early in the year.
What should Purdue fans know about Valparaiso ahead of Friday night's matchup?
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