How to Watch #11 Purdue (8-2) vs. #17 Texas A&M (8-2) at Indy Classic & Open Thread

On December 15, 2024By Littum

When you think of a quality opponent in college basketball, your mind inevitably goes to the state of Texas. Right? Yes, mine too. And yet…Purdue will face a tough SEC opponent today in the Aggies from Texas A&M. They came in 17th in the nation with losses to UCF and Oregon. Not exactly who you expect them to lose to, but hey, it happens.

This one is part of the Indy Classic, which replaced the Crossroads Classic, which replaced the Wooden Tradition, and so on and so forth. Purdue always wants to play at least one game in Indianapolis. That’s great for exposure in the state’s largest media market, and you hope you can get some eyeballs from the local high school talent.

Who: #11 Purdue (8-2) vs. #17 Texas A&M (8-2)

When: Dinner ET

Where: Indianapolis, Indiana – Gainbridge Fieldhouse (capacity – 18,345)

TV: CBS (Rich Waltz, Bill Raftery, Jay Wright, Jon Rothstein)

Radio: Purdue Global Radio Network (Rob Blackman, Bobby Riddell)

Since this is a neutral site game, it will mean a lot to Purdue’s end of the year NCAA Tournament resume if they can win. Purdue will look to ride the momentum from the second half of the Maryland game, and the stress relief from the playoff game, to carry them through another tough non-conference opponent.