A Test Before the Big 12
The Colorado Buffaloes will meet the Purdue Boilermakers in the Indy Classic on December 19, 2026, inside Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, a venue that offers a markedly larger atmosphere than Purdue’s usual home court.
Purdue arrives with momentum, having finished the previous season ranked sixth in the AP poll and advancing to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament, a pedigree that adds weight to the upcoming contest.
Coach Tad Boyle of Colorado has framed the game as a necessary gauge of his squad’s progress as the team prepares to transition into Big 12 competition, using the matchup to fine‑tune strategies and chemistry.
Family Ties on the Court
Center Eric Jacobsen will step onto the hardwood against his brother, Daniel Jacobsen, a 7‑4 presence for Purdue, turning the contest into a personal as well as a competitive narrative for the Colorado roster.
A victory over a program that recently reached the Elite Eight could catapult Colorado’s profile nationally, potentially reshaping perceptions of the Buffaloes heading into conference play.