After narrowly escaping a loss to Michigan State, top-seeded Purdue is ready to continue their quest for a second consecutive Big Ten Tournament title. The team will face off against the fifth-seeded Wisconsin Badgers in the semifinals. This will be the second meeting between these rivals in the past three games. The game is scheduled to tip off at 1 p.m. at the Target Center. The winner will advance to the championship game on Sunday, where they will face either Illinois or Nebraska.

Purdue has already come out on top in both previous meetings against Wisconsin this season. On February 4, they secured a 75-69 victory, and just last Sunday on senior day, they won 78-70, completing an undefeated record at Mackey Arena. The Boilers will look to continue their dominance and secure another win against the Badgers in the tournament.

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The Big Ten Tournament is always filled with intense matchups and thrilling moments. Both Purdue and Wisconsin will bring their best to the court as they compete for a spot in the championship game. Fans can expect an exciting game filled with high-level basketball and fierce competition.