As of mid-February, Purdue has played 24 regular-season games, which will contribute to their resume for NCAA Tournament consideration. By the season’s end, the NCAA Tournament Committee will have at least 32 data points to evaluate the Boilermakers’ performance. Currently, Purdue is potentially among the top four teams nationally, possibly securing a top seed, but their position could decline if they experience setbacks. Below is a chart illustrating the Quadrant system in relation to the NET Rankings
Quad Chart
| Quadrant | Home | Neutral | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quad 1 | 1-30 | 1-50 | 1-75 |
| Quad 2 | 31-75 | 51-100 | 76-135 |
| Quad 3 | 76-160 | 101-200 | 136-240 |
| Quad 4 | 161+ | 201+ | 241+ |
Following this week’s NET rankings update, Purdue’s non-conference opponents have shifted quadrants. Texas A&M – CC dropped to 165, making them a Q4 win for Purdue, while Yale rose to 71, now classified as a Q2 win. Purdue’s record stands at 12-5 in Q1 and Q2 games and a perfect 5-0 in Q3 and Q4 games. They are among only four teams nationwide with 12 or more Q1/Q2 wins, along with Auburn (14-1), Alabama (14-3), and Texas A&M (12-5). Purdue has either played or will play 5 of the 7 non-Purdue teams with 10+ Q1/Q2 wins (Auburn, Alabama, Texas A&M, Marquette, and Wisconsin), demonstrating their commitment to challenging non-conference schedules.Purdue’s quadrant victories in non-conference games remain unchanged. They hold a 2-3 record in Q1, 1-0 in Q2 and Q3, and 4-0 in Q4 non-conference games. Overall, Purdue is 8-3 outside of Big Ten play, with all three losses against ranked teams away from their home arena. While not as flawless as the previous two seasons’ 11-0 record, their non-conference performance is still commendable.
Purdue’s Non-Con Opponents
| Date | Opponent | Site | NET | Result | Quadrant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-Nov | Texas A&M – CC | Home | 183 | W | 4 |
| 8-Nov | Northern Kentucky | Home | 245 | W | 4 |
| 11-Nov | Yale | Home | 68 | W | 2 |
| 15-Nov | #2 Alabama | Home | 6 | W | 1 |
| 19-Nov | #15 Marquette | Away | 24 | L | 1 |
| 23-Nov | Marshall | Home | 186 | W | 4 |
| 28-Nov | NC State | Neutral | 120 | W | 3 |
| 29-Nov | #23 Ole Miss | Neutral | 22 | W | 1 |
| 14-Dec | #17 Texas A&M | Neutral | 13 | L | 1 |
| 21-Dec | #2 Auburn | Neutral | 1 | L | 1 |
| 29-Dec | Toledo | Home | 194 | W | 4 |
Purdue secured a Q1 win against Iowa on the road and a Q2 win against USC at home, improving their overall record in Q1 and Q2 games to 14-5. This ties them for the second-most such victories nationally, with Auburn leading at 15 and Alabama also at 14. Looking ahead, Purdue has six more Q1 opportunities in their next seven games, with the only exception being a Q2 game against Rutgers at Mackey
Purdue Conference Opponents
| Date | Opponent | Site | NET | Result | Quadrant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-Dec | Penn State | Away | 65 | L | 1 |
| 8-Dec | Maryland | Home | 16 | W | 1 |
| 2-Jan | Minnesota | Away | 98 | W | 2 |
| 5-Jan | Northwestern | Home | 56 | W | 2 |
| 9-Jan | Rutgers | Away | 69 | W | 1 |
| 12-Jan | Nebraska | Home | 48 | W | 2 |
| 15-Jan | Washington | Away | 92 | W | 2 |
| 18-Jan | #13 Oregon | Away | 35 | W | 1 |
| 21-Jan | Ohio State | Home | 28 | L | 1 |
| 24-Jan | #21 Michigan | Home | 18 | W | 1 |
| 31-Jan | Indiana | Home | 61 | W | 2 |
| 4-Feb | Iowa | Away | 67 | W | 1 |
| 7-Feb | USC | Home | 70 | W | 2 |
| 11-Feb | Michigan | Away | 18 | 1 | |
| 15-Feb | Wisconsin | Home | 15 | 1 | |
| 18-Feb | Michigan State | Away | 19 | 1 | |
| 23-Feb | Indiana | Away | 61 | 1 | |
| 28-Feb | UCLA | Home | 25 | 1 | |
| 4-Mar | Rutgers | Home | 69 | 2 | |
| 7-Mar | Illinois | Away | 12 | 1 |
Purdue, consistent with recent years, possesses a strong tournament resume and has the potential to elevate it to an elite level, securing a 1-seed for the tournament. This journey starts tonight against Michigan and continues this weekend against Wisconsin at home. For Purdue, the key is simple: maintain the winning streak7. Some bracket analysts project Purdue as a No. 2 seed for the 2025 NCAA Tournament45. The 2025 March Madness tournament starts with Selection Sunday on March 16.