The Valparaiso Beacons travel to West Lafayette on Friday night for a Big Ten showdown with the Purdue Boilermakers, and Fox Sports outlines exactly where and how to catch the action.
Key points
- The game airs on the Big Ten Network at 6:30 p.m. ET on Nov. 6, 2026.
- A free three‑day trial on FOX One provides an online streaming alternative.
- Watch forward JT Pettigrew and guard Rakim Chaney for Valparaiso, and guard C.J. Cox and center Daniel Jacobsen for Purdue.
The Valparaiso Beacons will visit the Purdue Boilermakers at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette, Indiana, on Friday, Nov. 6, 2026, with tip‑off scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET, according to Fox Sports.
The game will air nationally on the Big Ten Network. Viewers who prefer an online option can stream the matchup through FOX One, which offers a three‑day free trial for new users, as noted in the Fox Sports guide.
Game Details and Broadcast Info
Key players highlighted for Valparaiso include forward JT Pettigrew, who returned as the team’s leading scorer with 12.5 points and 6.8 rebounds per game last season, and guard Rakim Chaney, who shot 35.9 % from three‑point range and averaged 10.3 points. Purdue’s roster features transfer forward Caden Pierce, guard C.J. Cox – who posted 8.3 points and 36.4 % from beyond the arc – and 7‑foot‑4 center Daniel Jacobsen, who posted a 64.5 % field‑goal percentage and 37.5 % from three in limited minutes.
Analysts suggest Jacobsen’s size could give Purdue a distinct interior advantage, while Chaney’s perimeter shooting will be crucial for Valparaiso to stretch Purdue’s defense. Pettigrew’s efficiency (38.5 % shooting last season) will also be a factor as he seeks to score over the arc against a larger frontcourt.
Players to Watch
Fans looking for betting odds or additional context can find related stories on the Fox Sports site, including conference‑wide predictions and preseason award odds, though those details fall outside the scope of this viewing guide.
Reader questions
What channel will broadcast the Valparaiso vs. Purdue game?
The matchup will be televised on the Big Ten Network.
Is there a free way to stream the game online?
Yes—FOX One offers a three‑day free trial that includes the live stream of the game.
When does the game start?
Kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Friday, Nov. 6, 2026.
Source: foxsports.com