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Coach Chris Holtmann announced multi‑year extensions for his entire assistant staff, a move that follows the Blue Demons' record‑breaking KenPom improvement and their best finish in BIG EAST history.
A look at the authentic production of the 1994 basketball film 'Blue Chips', from Nick Nolte's immersion with coach Bob Knight to the lasting impact on fans and the sport.
As Purdue University reaches the halfway mark of 2026, the athletic department confronts a cascade of contract extensions, retention bonuses, and scholarship commitments that underscore the growing financial stakes of college sports.
Four-star point guard Kevin Savage is set to reveal his college choice on Sunday, a move that could add a dynamic playmaker to Purdue's rising 2027 recruiting class.
A look at the five leading Big Ten basketball coaches, their recent achievements, and how their strategies are influencing recruiting and team performance across the conference.
A look at the top five Big Ten basketball coaches shaping the conference after Dusty May's exit.
Purdue recruit Isaiah Hill and his team, Pike, opened the Charlie Hughes Showcase with two victories, showcasing his emerging skill set while the Boilermakers expanded their scouting footprint across the Midwest and Southeast.
Isaiah Thompson, a Zionsville native and Purdue record‑breaker, rejoins the Big Ten as Notre Dame’s director of player development and recruiting coordinator, linking his playing legacy with the program’s new coaching direction.
Isaiah Thompson, a standout player from Purdue and Florida Gulf Coast, is set to bring his basketball expertise to the University of Notre Dame as he steps into a dual leadership position.
Isaiah Thompson, a former Purdue basketball player, is set to bolster Notre Dame's basketball program as director of player development and recruiting coordinator under head coach Micah Shrewsberry.
A look at how Purdue’s recent track record, its development of big men and the influence of Erick Dampier’s NBA‑veteran father shape the recruit’s decision.
Purdue’s men’s basketball team will play four games in Canada and three exhibition matches before the regular season, using the schedule to blend five new players and test defensive overhauls.
Carson Barrett, a rising coach with a strong championship background, has been announced as the new assistant coach for App State Men’s Basketball for the 2026-27 season.
Carson Barrett, a former Purdue basketball star with over 1,600 points and 1,000 rebounds, is set to assist head coach Dusty Kerns at Appalachian State, bringing championship experience and a deep understanding of high‑level play.
A wave of moves sees former Purdue graduate assistants Carson Barrett and Isaiah Thompson assume new coaching roles, while the Boilermakers announce fresh graduate assistants ahead of another promising season.
The Mountaineers announced the hiring of Carson Barrett, a seasoned recruiter and strategist, to bolster their coaching staff for the 2026‑27 season.
The Chicago Bulls selected Braden Smith in the 2026 NBA Draft and immediately traded him to the Indiana Pacers, where he hopes to contribute as a rookie.
Braden Smith, the Purdue point guard who rewrote the NCAA record books, is headed to the Indiana Pacers after a draft‑day trade that sent him from the Chicago Bulls to the Pacers in exchange for guard Kam Jones, future pick swaps and cash.
Purdue’s men’s basketball team will spend late July in Canada, playing four games against Canadian college opponents as part of an eight‑day international trip aimed at sharpening chemistry and evaluating the roster before the 2026‑27 campaign.
Indiana's men's basketball program has cycled through centers and coaches in recent years, but the arrival of Aiden Sherrell and Samet Yigitoglu offers a chance to break the trend and return to the NCAA Tournament.
Indiana has not signed a center from high school since 2020, a gap that has shaped coaching decisions, impacted tournament appearances, and now fuels a search for a long‑term solution.
A look at the ten programs most likely to capture their inaugural 2027 national championship, shaped by the transfer portal and NIL opportunities.
Jacob Webber’s rise is rooted in a meticulous shooting methodology taught by his father, former college player John Webber, and honed through a competitive summer circuit that has placed him among the nation’s top prospects.
Raleigh Burgess returns to the court after a year of rehabilitation, bringing versatility, shooting accuracy, and a newfound leadership role to Purdue.