Purdue Boilermakers Close Canadian Tour with Convincing Victory
The Boilermakers concluded their Canadian swing with a dominant performance, forcing 22 turnovers and shooting efficiently from beyond the arc.
Jul 29, 2026
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Purdue Basketball Emphasizes Defensive Identity in Dominant Canadian Exhibition
Despite a sub-30% three-point showing, the Boilermakers turned to a collective defensive effort, with Antione West Jr., Daniel Jacobsen and Raleigh Burgess leading the way.
Jul 29, 2026
P.J. Thompson’s Promotion Elevates Purdue Basketball Payroll
Purdue announced a $600,000 salary for associate head coach P.J. Thompson and a $2.05 million assistant payroll, while head coach Matt Painter’s total compensation reaches $5.175 million.
Jul 26, 2026
Purdue Basketball Promotes P.J. Thompson, Expands Assistant Coach Payroll
P.J. Thompson’s recent promotion and salary increase, along with raises for several assistants, highlight Purdue’s commitment to maintaining a competitive basketball operation.
Jul 26, 2026
Purdue Basketball Heads North for High‑Intensity Canadian Swing
In a packed schedule of four games over five days, Purdue will travel to Canada to evaluate its revamped roster, with Omer Mayer stepping into a primary ball‑handling role, C.J. Cox poised as the top scorer, and the center rotation still unsettled.
Jul 23, 2026
Top Point Guard Kevin Savage III Commits to Purdue Basketball
Kevin Savage III, a highly rated point guard from Marietta, Georgia, has pledged to join Purdue University, highlighting the Boilermakers’ growing national appeal and a system designed to maximize his playmaking abilities.
Jul 5, 2026
Kevin Savage III Commits to Purdue Basketball
Four‑star recruit Kevin Savage III announced his pledge to Purdue, highlighting the program’s recent offensive breakthroughs and the development of point guards such as Braden Smith.
Jul 5, 2026
Isaiah Hill’s Early Showcase Surge Highlights Purdue’s Growing Recruit Interest
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.
Jun 27, 2026
Isaiah Thompson Returns to Indiana Roots as Notre Dame Adds Coaching Veteran
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.
Jun 27, 2026
Isaiah Thompson Joins Notre Dame Coaching Staff
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.
Jun 26, 2026
Isaiah Thompson Joins Notre Dame Coaching Staff
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.
Jun 26, 2026
Former Purdue Assistants Take New Coaching Posts Across the Country
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.
Jun 26, 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 Emphasizes Defensive Fundamentals and Toughness in Summer Workouts
Purdue is using its summer practices to sharpen defensive fundamentals, build toughness and develop versatile players ahead of the upcoming season.
Jun 10, 2026
Daniel Jacobsen Poised for Breakout Season at Purdue
Purdue’s center Daniel Jacobsen eyes an All‑Conference breakout as he returns from injury, bolstered by coach confidence and a revamped supporting cast.
Jun 7, 2026
Kenneth Lowe’s Salary and Contract Details Highlight Purdue’s Coaching Moves
Kenneth Lowe will earn $200,000 in his debut season as a full-time assistant for the Boilermakers, with buyout clauses that protect both sides, while the university’s overall coaching payroll reveals significant investments in experienced talent.
May 29, 2026
Purdue Hires Kenneth Lowe as Assistant Coach with $200,000 Salary
Former Boilermaker star Kenneth Lowe joins Purdue’s coaching staff, inking a $200,000 rookie deal and a buyout clause, while head coach Matt Painter’s salary climbs to $4.325 million with a $250,000 retention bonus
May 29, 2026
Jamyn Sondrup Defers College Basketball for Mission in Benin
Six‑foot‑nine center Jamyn Sondrup is postponing his college basketball career to fulfill a two‑year LDS mission in the Republic of Benin, a decision backed by his future coaches and rooted in family heritage.
May 28, 2026
Purdue’s Coach Matt Painter Secures Future Amid Succession Speculation
At 55, Purdue basketball coach Matt Painter enjoys a rollover contract and a clear focus on the present, while associate head coach P.J. Thompson is increasingly viewed as a likely successor.
May 19, 2026