We are live at Bankers Life Fieldhouse today as Purdue takes on Notre Dame in the 2012 Crossroads Classic. The Boilers should expect a hostile environment today as there is a large pro-IU crowd here. it remains to be seen how many will stick around for today's second game. At least Butler is competing with IU so far.

I have a short video preview I shot on my way to the Fieldhouse. I don't know if it will make a difference or not, but the Boilers need a win today and some positive momentum.

Notre Dame Fighting Irish

Location: South Bend, Indiana

2011-12 record: 22-12, 13-5 Big east)

2012-13 Record: 8-1

RPI: 72

2012 Postseason: Lost to Xavier 67-63 in NCAA First Round

Blog Representation: One Foot Down

Series With Purdue: Tied 20-20

Last Purdue win: 109-92 on 1/4/1966 at Notre Dame

Last Notre Dame win: 71-59 on 3/17/2004 at Notre Dame

Time: 4:30pm

TV: ESPN2