Purdue’s Double Draft Pick Ends 15-Year Drought
The 2026 NBA Draft saw Purdue seniors Braden Smith and Trey Kaufman‑Renn selected, ending a 15‑year wait for two Boilermaker draftees in the same year.
Jun 25, 2026
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Braden Smith Poised for NBA Draft After Record‑Setting Purdue Career
From leading Purdue to an Elite Eight run to becoming the NCAA’s all‑time assist leader, Braden Smith is projected as a second‑round pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, drawing comparisons to past trailblazers.
Jun 23, 2026
Purdue Basketball Faces Scoring Gap as New Faces Step Up
Only 38.6% of last season’s scoring returns, prompting Purdue to lean on a mix of holdovers and fresh talent.
Jun 20, 2026
CJ Cox Embarks on Leadership Role for Purdue Basketball
CJ Cox, Purdue's only returning starter, is being asked to step out of his comfort zone and become a vocal leader for the Boilermakers ahead of the new season.
Jun 18, 2026
C.J. Cox and Gicarri Harris Step Up as Purdue Basketball Leaders
C.J. Cox and Gicarri Harris are poised to lead a young Purdue squad through a season of transition, bringing new energy and accountability to the program.
Jun 17, 2026
Purdue Basketball Faces Rebuilding Challenge in 2026‑27 Season
The Boilermakers must replace three key contributors while integrating freshmen talent, a task that will test Coach Painter’s ability to sustain Big Ten competitiveness.
Jun 17, 2026
CJ Cox Steps Into Leadership Role for Purdue Basketball
CJ Cox, Purdue's only returning starter, is expected to lead a young roster with his scoring ability and growing vocal presence.
Jun 16, 2026
Purdue Basketball Prepares for a New Era Under Coach Matt Painter
Purdue Basketball is entering a new chapter with a blend of experienced players and new talent, guided by Coach Matt Painter’s focus on fundamentals and preparation for an early-season Canada trip.
Jun 14, 2026
USC Trojans Aim to Break Through with Road Wins in Big Ten
After a 18‑14 season, the USC Trojans are banking on road victories against Illinois, Purdue and Nebraska to secure an NCAA Tournament berth.
Jun 14, 2026
Purdue Fort Wayne Coach Secures Historic Exhibition Against Power Four Rival
Purdue Fort Wayne coach Jon Coffman finally locked in an exhibition game against Purdue in West Lafayette, a milestone after years of proposals, fundraisers and a memorable 2016 upset of Indiana.
Jun 12, 2026
Purdue to Host Exhibition Clash with Purdue Fort Wayne in October Showdown
An exhibition game pitting Purdue against Purdue Fort Wayne will take place this October at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, a venue that witnessed a stunning upset a decade ago. Coach Jon Coffman, who has chased this pairing for ten years, hopes the event will draw a crowd that rivals or exceeds the 11,076 fans who attended the 2016 victory over Indiana.
Jun 12, 2026
Purdue Basketball Prepares for a Stable Season with Key Returners
Purdue's basketball program enters a new era marked by continuity, with most of last season's roster returning and several promising newcomers poised to shape the team's outlook.
Jun 9, 2026
Purdue Basketball Preps for Exhibition Clash with Purdue Fort Wayne
Purdue will open its preseason schedule with a home game against Purdue Fort Wayne, part of a three‑game exhibition slate that also includes Ball State and Connecticut. The contest highlights the program’s continued reliance on Fort Wayne as a talent pipeline and showcases a roster that blends returning veterans with new faces.
Jun 9, 2026
Purdue Basketball Adds Exhibition Against Purdue Fort Wayne as Part of Pre‑Season Schedule
Purdue's men's basketball team will face Purdue Fort Wayne on Oct. 22 in its third preseason exhibition, joining games against Ball State and Connecticut as the Boilermakers fine‑tune a roster reshaped by recent departures.
Jun 9, 2026
Purdue Basketball Unveils 2026‑27 Exhibition Schedule
The Boilermakers will open their preseason with a home clash against Purdue Fort Wayne on Oct. 22, followed by games versus Ball State and a road trip to Connecticut, as they fine‑tune a squad that lost four starters from last season’s Elite Eight run.
Jun 9, 2026
Purdue Basketball Unveils 2026 Exhibition Slate
Purdue’s 2026‑27 preseason schedule features three exhibition games, including a matchup with Purdue Fort Wayne at Allen County War Memorial Coliseum, and a home contest versus Ball State. The roster returns 10 players but loses four starters from the Elite Eight run.
Jun 9, 2026
Purdue expands 2026‑27 exhibition slate with three early‑season matchups
Purdue adds a third exhibition game to its schedule, traveling to face Ball State at home, Fort Wayne in Indiana and UConn in a rematch of the national championship, while Coach Painter eyes tough road tests to ready the revamped squad
Jun 9, 2026
Purdue Basketball’s Early Rankings Spark Debate Amid Roster Changes
Preseason polls have placed Purdue outside the top‑25, but the program's recent consistency and strong recruiting class suggest the criticism may be premature.
Jun 2, 2026
Big Ten Basketball’s Roster Upheaval: Transfer Portal Redefines Team Continuity
An analysis of minute retention rates, transfer movements and recruiting shifts reveals a conference in flux, with powerhouse programs clinging to returning talent while traditional pipelines shrink.
Jun 2, 2026
Big Ten Basketball Power Rankings Preview: Early 2026‑27 Outlook
With the 2026‑27 season still months away, analysts have released an early power ranking that spotlights the conference’s emerging contenders and key transfers.
Jun 2, 2026
Big Ten Basketball Power Rankings for 2026‑27 Preview
A look at the top five teams in the upcoming Big Ten season, highlighting key returning players, transfers and coaching storylines.
Jun 1, 2026
Oscar Cluff Eyes NBA After Standout Year at Purdue
After a season at Purdue where he averaged 10.6 points and 7.5 rebounds, Oscar Cluff is preparing for NBA workouts and aims to bring his defensive skills and shooting range to the professional level.
Jun 1, 2026
College Basketball’s Draft Withdrawal Ripple Effect
A wave of high‑profile players have pulled out of the NBA Draft, prompting major programs to adjust their line‑ups and recruit new talent.
May 31, 2026
Oscar Cluff Eyes NBA After Strong Purdue Season
After a standout year at Purdue, Oscar Cluff is gearing up for the NBA draft, citing key teammates and coaches who helped shape his game.
May 30, 2026