
Latest Big Ten Basketball Standings After Michigan’s Stunning Upset Over Purdue

Big Ten Basketball has just got a whole lot more interesting. On Tuesday, Feb. 11, Michigan knocked off first-place Purdue in a thrilling 75-73 battle, shaking up the standings and putting the Wolverines at the top. With just a half-game lead over the Boilermakers, Michigan now controls its own destiny. But the drama does not stop there.
Michigan State, which once looked unbeatable, suffered another stumble, this time at home against Indiana. That loss pushes the Spartans further down the pecking order, leaving Wisconsin with a golden opportunity to sneak into the top three.
The Badgers were idle on Tuesday but are set to face Purdue this Saturday in what could be another pivotal matchup in the conference race.
Michigan’s Jaw-Dropping Win Puts Big Ten on Notice
Michigan was not supposed to win this one. Purdue came in looking dominant, riding high at the top of the Big Ten Basketball standings. But the Wolverines had other plans. They executed their game plan to perfection, getting key stops down the stretch and making clutch shots when it mattered most.

Mich Basketball / IG / Michigan’s stunning win gives the team an 11-2 conference record (19-5 overall.)
The victory gives Michigan an 11-2 conference record (19-5 overall), just ahead of Purdue’s 11-3 mark. With the Wolverines peaking at the right time, the Big Ten title is well within reach.
Meanwhile, Purdue will have to regroup quickly before Saturday’s high-stakes showdown with Wisconsin.
Michigan State Stumbles, Wisconsin Eyes the Top
It was not long ago that Michigan State sat at the top of the conference. But after a recent slide, the Spartans find themselves in third place at 10-3. Tuesday’s home loss to Indiana adds to their woes, as their grip on the top spot has now completely slipped away.
Wisconsin, currently 9-4, is watching all of this unfold with interest. A win over Purdue on Saturday could change the entire landscape of the Big Ten Basketball race. The Badgers have been steady all season, and this upcoming matchup will test their ability to capitalize on the shifting dynamics of the conference.
Illinois and UCLA Shake Things Up
Tuesday night also featured another major shakeup. Illinois took down UCLA at home, snapping the Bruins’ impressive seven-game win streak. The win keeps the Fighting Illini in the conversation, though they remain three games back in the standings.

UCLA / IG / For UCLA, the loss is a setback, but not a season-ender. At 9-5 in the conference, they are still within striking distance.
However, the Bruins can not afford any more slip-ups if they want to stay in contention for the regular-season title.
The Big Ten Basketball Title is Still Up for Grabs
The final stretch of the regular season promises to be a rollercoaster. Seven teams still have a real shot at claiming the Big Ten Basketball crown. Michigan and Purdue remain the frontrunners. but Wisconsin, Michigan State, and even Illinois are not far behind.
With games like Purdue vs. Wisconsin on Saturday and more heavyweight clashes ahead, the standings could shift yet again. And that is the beauty of the Big Ten Men’s Basketball tournament. But one thing is certain though: This Big Ten season is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent memory.
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