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.
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CJ Cox, Purdue's only returning starter, is expected to lead a young roster with his scoring ability and growing vocal presence.

During a pre‑draft workout with the Indiana Pacers, former Purdue star Trey Kaufman‑Renn defended Braden Smith’s versatility and NBA readiness, recalling their shared history at the university.
A former Purdue first‑team All‑Big Ten forward is using his combine performances, physical measurements and work ethic to prove he can translate college success into NBA readiness.

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.

Purdue’s recent tournament pedigree, returning starters and a highly touted freshman class position the Boilermakers as a top‑25 contender for the 2025‑26 season.

Purdue's recent tournament pedigree under Matt Painter sets the stage for a 2025‑26 campaign that could finally deliver a conference crown and a deep NCAA run.

Raleigh Burgess, the 6‑foot‑11 forward for Purdue, is poised to become a central figure in the Boilermakers’ 2026‑27 campaign, bringing vocal leadership and a renewed focus on strength and rebounding.

Purdue University is preparing for the 2026‑27 season with a frontcourt that blends size, shooting and positional flexibility, promising new offensive dynamics for the Boilermakers.
Purdue is using its summer practices to sharpen defensive fundamentals, build toughness and develop versatile players ahead of the upcoming season.

Purdue’s summer workouts reveal a reshaped roster, with key players competing for starting spots and a coaching staff focused on chemistry and cohesion.

With key departures and a promising influx of talent, Purdue's basketball program is using summer sessions to forge a new identity and meet lofty goals.

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.

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
A day after a buzzer‑beater loss, Indiana’s senior squad turned the tables on Kentucky, forcing 24 turnovers and pulling away in the second quarter.

An overview of the ten highest‑ranked recruits in Purdue basketball history, highlighting their rankings, accolades and impact on the program.

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.

A quartet of Purdue seniors have earned spots on ESPN's top-100 prospects list for the 2026 NBA Draft, with Braden Smith leading the group at No. 38. Oscar Cluff, Trey Kaufman‑Renn and Loyer are also positioned for potential selection, having logged key pre‑draft workouts and showing notable movement in the rankings.

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.

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.

A look at the top five teams in the upcoming Big Ten season, highlighting key returning players, transfers and coaching storylines.

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.

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.

Gonzaga’s Graham Ike, a 6-8 forward, is being discussed as a potential late second-round pick in the 2026 NBA draft, having averaged 22.4 points and 7.0 rebounds last season and earned workouts with the Atlanta Hawks, Boston Celtics and Orlando Magic.
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.