Snowed Over?

Well, it's about that time. Time to predict a loss. I haven't done it this season, and tonight's tilt with Purdue will mark the 11th game this season I've written one of these Beyond the Arc previews.\nSure, Purdue isn't the most formidable opponent. But the Boilermakers gave Big Ten power Ohio State a tough game in Columbus, Ohio, last weekend, and the Buckeyes barely escaped with a win in the closing minutes.\nPurdue also sports a 14-1 record at home this season, its lone loss coming to those aforementioned Buckeyes. Not to mention, the Boilermakers held the Michigan State Spartans to a measly 38 points inside Mackey Arena on Feb. 7 -- and only 12 points in the second half.\nYes, IU has owned the Boilermakers in recent games. And yes, this game is certainly winnable for the Hoosiers. \nHope for the best tonight, Hoosier Nation, but this guy thinks you should expect the worst.