How to watch Arizona vs Purdue: Time, live stream info for Saturday’s men’s college basketball game

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Mary Omatiga,

By
Mary Omatiga

Published December 16, 2023 10:00 AM

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The No. 1 Arizona Wildcats go head-to-head with the No. 3 Purdue Boilermakers this Saturday, December 16 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indiana. Live coverage begins at 4:30 PM on Peacock.

It’s the biggest game on the college basketball season thus far, with Caleb Love and the Wildcats ready to take a powerhouse offense to Purdue, which is led be reigning National Player of the Year Zach Edey. It’s also game two of a doubleheader in the Indy Classic that kicks off with Indiana State vs Ball State at 1:45. Keep reading for all the information you need, including key storylines and how to watch.

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Arizona Wildcats:

The Arizona Wildcats remain undefeated after last Saturday’s 98-73 win over Wisconsin at home. Senior standout Caleb Love, who transferred from North Carolina after last season, had 20 points, 5 assists, and 7 rebounds in the victory. Love, along with Keshad Johnson, Oumar Ballo, Kylan Boswell, and Pelle Larsson make up the Wildcats stellar starting line up that has helped carry Arizona to an average of 94.0 points per game—the second highest in the country through the first 8 games.

The Wildcats are ranked No.1 in the AP Poll for the second consecutive week. The last time they claimed the top spot was during the 2013-2014 season.

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Caleb Love currently leads the Wildcats in scoring with an average of 14.1 points per game.

Caleb Love and No. 1 Arizona ready for huge test against Zach Edey and No. 3 Purdue

Purdue Boilermakers:

Purdue is coming off a 92-86 win over Alabama last Saturday—it’s second straight win since their overtime loss in the Big Ten matchup against Northwestern (Dec. 1). Senior center Zach Edey had 35 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 assists in Saturday’s win. The Toronto, Ontario native who was named the Big Ten Player of 2022 currently leads the nation in points per game (24.8) and is tied for the most double-doubles in the NCAA (7).

The Boilermakers have remained within the top-5 of the AP Poll all season.

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