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After becoming Purdue’s all‑time leader in three‑point shooting, Fletcher Loyer has agreed to an Exhibit 10 deal with the Clippers, opening a pathway to the Summer League and a potential roster spot.
After going undrafted in the 2026 NBA Draft, Fletcher Loyer signed a one‑year Exhibit 10 contract with the Los Angeles Clippers, bringing his sharpshooting and basketball IQ to a new professional environment.
After a standout season at Purdue, Oscar Cluff is heading to the NBA summer league with the Houston Rockets, aiming to convert his collegiate rebounding and scoring prowess into a sustainable NBA role.
Trey Kaufman-Renn’s selection at pick 59 marks a rare double-draft moment for Purdue and underscores his rise from role player to NBA hopeful.
Trey Kaufman‑Renn was selected 59th overall by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2026 NBA Draft, bringing a versatile offensive skill set and a proven pick‑and‑roll partnership with guard Braden Smith to the franchise.
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.
Raleigh Burgess returns to the court after a year of rehabilitation, bringing versatility, shooting accuracy, and a newfound leadership role to Purdue.
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.
After a year-long recovery from a stress fracture, Burgess is ready to bring depth, shooting and defensive intensity to the Boilermakers.
Raleigh Burgess stepped onto the Purdue campus with a clear vision: to become a cornerstone of the Boilermakers’ frontcourt. A year ago, surgery forced him to redshirt, a decision that gave him the physical and mental space to heal while absorbing the program’s culture.
Purdue football has added a new verbal commitment that could strengthen its front line for the class of 2027. Chase Clark, a three‑star prospect from Mount Carmel High School in Chicago, announced his decision to join the Boilermakers after having been committed to Oklahoma State earlier this month.
CJ Cox, Purdue's only returning starter, is expected to lead a young roster with his scoring ability and growing vocal presence.
Kouts’ Billy Miller delivered a near‑perfect outing, limiting Rossville to five hits and securing a 9-1 win that underscores the team’s regional dominance.
The Central Catholic baseball squad fell 1‑0 to Bluffton in the Class 2A north semi‑state semifinal, concluding a 25‑7 season that featured a recent regional crown.
Purdue is using its summer practices to sharpen defensive fundamentals, build toughness and develop versatile players ahead of the upcoming season.
The Knights secured a 3‑2 win in a regional championship game, highlighted by Isaiah Hopkins' seventh‑inning triple and Gus Sandberg's decisive fly ball. Cayden Keller's six strikeouts and early contributions from Alex Schummer and LJ Whitford underscored the effort. The team now prepares for a semi‑state semifinal against Bluffton on Saturday at 11 a.m., continuing a program that boasts 18 regional titles in 24 tournaments.
Rossville's senior pitcher Eli Barnes delivered a flawless performance against Riverton Parke, guiding his team to a 3‑0 win and a coveted spot in the upcoming Class A semi‑state against top‑seeded Kouts.
The Boilermakers will open the 2026 season on Friday, Sept. 4, against Indiana State, marking the first non‑Saturday start since 2022, and will later face Wake Forest and UCLA in high‑profile matchups.
Samuel Vessat, a 6‑foot‑4 point guard from Paris, France, pivoted from basketball to track after a standout 400‑meter performance, navigated a pandemic‑disrupted path to Edward Waters University, excelled under coach Tony Miller, and now aims for the NCAA Division I outdoor championships while competing for Purdue's nationally ranked relay team.
From the hardwood to the track, Samuel Vessat's rise under coach Tony Miller has positioned him among the nation's elite 400‑meter runners, eyeing a future at the Los Angeles Games.
Former Purdue standout Rapheal Davis reflects on head coach Matt Painter’s honest recruiting style, player‑first approach, and the lasting influence that earned him the nickname "Uncle Paint".
Former Purdue basketball player Rapheal Davis, now a Big Ten Network analyst, praised coach Matt Painter's approach to recruiting and player development, emphasizing honesty, long‑term relationships, and personal growth.
Seven‑foot junior Isaiah Hill, the reigning Marion County Player of the Year, announced his commitment to Purdue University, citing the program’s development pathway and coaching staff as key factors. Ranked among the nation’s elite prospects, Hill set ambitious goals for his senior season, including a state championship and the coveted Indiana Mr. Basketball award.