
Luke Ertel Commits to Purdue, Bolstering Boilermakers’ Backcourt
The left‑handed point guard from Mount Vernon brings elite high‑school stats and a relentless motor to West Lafayette, where he will vie for minutes in a revamped backcourt.
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The left‑handed point guard from Mount Vernon brings elite high‑school stats and a relentless motor to West Lafayette, where he will vie for minutes in a revamped backcourt.

Luke Ertel, a 6‑2 point guard from the class of 2025, has officially committed to Purdue University, bringing elite scoring and playmaking to a team in transition.

A detailed look at Iowa State’s ambitious non‑conference schedule, marquee matchups, and the storylines that could shape the team’s early season.

St. John's has risen to No. 16 in the 2026‑27 CBS Sports Preseason Top 25 And 1 rankings after securing a commitment from four‑star forward Theo Edema, while Coach Rick Pitino looks to bolster the roster with two additional transfers.

Despite logging just 15.7 minutes per game, Harris improved his three‑point accuracy and added valuable defensive stats, culminating in a standout performance against Iowa and a promising outlook for Purdue basketball.