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Matt Painter Describes Fletcher Loyer's 'Strong Basketball Character'

Matt Painter Describes Fletcher Loyer's 'Strong Basketball Character'

It's not a secret that Fletcher Loyer has been a vocal leader at Purdue for the past two years. Over the weekend, however, fans received a reminder of that, as the team shared a video on social media of the senior guard showcasing his basketball IQ during a team huddle in Saturday's game against Wisconsin.

College Basketball News / Total Apex Sports / January 8

The Purdue Rollercoaster: 3 Takeaways from the Win Over Washington

If you just woke up, checked the box score, saw “Purdue 81, Washington 73,” and went about your day, you missed the actual show. That final score is a liar.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 8
Hot Shooting Streak for Purdue's Jack Benter Continues vs. Washington

Hot Shooting Streak for Purdue's Jack Benter Continues vs. Washington

When Snoop Dogg made the comment, "This [dude] don't miss," hhe wasn't talking about Purdue redshirt freshman Jack Benter. Well, at least we don't believe that's the case.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 8
Both Omer Mayer, Purdue Finding Value in Freshman's Unique Role

Both Omer Mayer, Purdue Finding Value in Freshman's Unique Role

The clock sat at 9:25 in the first half when Braden Smith picked up his second foul of the first half. Less than 11 minutes into the game, Purdue's star guard headed to the bench and handed the keys over to freshman Omer Mayer.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 7
3 Thoughts From Purdue's 81-73 Win Over Washington

3 Thoughts From Purdue's 81-73 Win Over Washington

Fifth-ranked Purdue extended its winning streak to six games on Wednesday night, defeating Washington 81-73 to improve to 14-1 on the season and remain undefeated (4-0) in Big Ten play.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Big Ten Network / January 7
Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 7
A Look at Oscar Cluff's Incredibly Efficient Numbers at Purdue

A Look at Oscar Cluff's Incredibly Efficient Numbers at Purdue

There's a reason Purdue rose to the top of the list of college basketball's contenders when Oscar Cluff announced his commitment to the program last spring.

Braden Smith News / Big Ten Network / January 6
Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 6
Preview: No. 5 Purdue vs. Washington with Key Stats, Storylines

Preview: No. 5 Purdue vs. Washington with Key Stats, Storylines

For the first time, Washington is headed to Mackey Arena. The fifth-ranked Boilermakers will host the Huskies in a Big Ten clash in West Lafayette on Wednesday.

Smiley Bradford News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 5
Talented Purdue DB Reverses Course After Entering Transfer Portal

Talented Purdue DB Reverses Course After Entering Transfer Portal

A key piece of Purdue's secondary has decided to return to the team next season. On Monday, defensive back Smiley Bradford announced he will rejoin the Boilermakers for the 2026 campaign after initially planning to enter the NCAA transfer portal.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 5
Where Purdue Ranks in KenPom, NCAA NET After 3-0 Big Ten Start

Where Purdue Ranks in KenPom, NCAA NET After 3-0 Big Ten Start

Purdue's win over Wisconsin on Saturday night in Madison didn't do much for the Boilermakers in the KenPom or NCAA NET rankings to start the new year. The Boilermakers didn't move from their spots in the respective rankings, despite a convincing 89-73 win over the Badgers on the road.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 4
Braden Smith Still Searching for 'Something Bigger' Than Assist Record

Braden Smith Still Searching for 'Something Bigger' Than Assist Record

Braden Smith has heard a lot about assist records during his senior year. It's been a talking point since before the 2025-26 season tipped off in November.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 3
3 Thoughts From No. 5 Purdue's 89-73 Win Over Wisconsin

3 Thoughts From No. 5 Purdue's 89-73 Win Over Wisconsin

Purdue remained undefeated in Big Ten play on Saturday night, defeating Wisconsin 89-73 in Madison. With the victory, the fifth-ranked Boilermakers improved to 13-1 on the year and are now 3-0 in the conference.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Big Ten Network / January 3
Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 31
Purdue Among Most Watched College Basketball Teams This Season

Purdue Among Most Watched College Basketball Teams This Season

Purdue is among the most-watched teams in college basketball this season. The Boilermakers ranked in the top 10 of most-viewed games through Dec. 22, 2025, according to a report from Nielsen.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 31
Where Purdue's Defense Has Shown Most Growth Over Last Year

Where Purdue's Defense Has Shown Most Growth Over Last Year

When last season ended, Matt Painter knew that Purdue would have to improve on the defensive end and in the rebounding department to chase a national championship.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 30
Jack Benter Shoots His Way Into Purdue's History Books

Jack Benter Shoots His Way Into Purdue's History Books

It only took Jack Benter 13 games to leave his mark on Purdue basketball. The redshirt freshman's hot shooting in Monday night's 101-60 victory over Kent State resulted in a spot in the Boilermakers' history books.

College Basketball News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 29
3 Thoughts From No. 5 Purdue's 101-60 Win Over Kent State

3 Thoughts From No. 5 Purdue's 101-60 Win Over Kent State

Purdue looked like a team that had missed being on the basketball court on Monday night. The fifth-ranked Boilermakers clobbered Kent State 101-60 to improve to 12-1 on the season and conclude non-conference play.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Big Ten Network / December 29
Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / December 28
Purdue Signee Luke Ertel Unstoppable, Leads Mt. Vernon to Holiday Tourney Title

Purdue Signee Luke Ertel Unstoppable, Leads Mt. Vernon to Holiday Tourney Title

Luke Ertel closed out 2025 on a high note. The Mt. Vernon star and 2026 Purdue signee assembled three stellar performances over the weekend, leading the Marauders to a championship in the Homestead Holiday Hoops Tournament.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / December 10
No. 6 Purdue dusts off Minnesota with 50 second-half points

No. 6 Purdue dusts off Minnesota with 50 second-half points

Braden Smith scored 15 points and dished 12 assists, and No. 6 Purdue pulled away for an 85-57 win over Minnesota in a Big Ten Conference matchup Wednesday night.

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No. 10 Iowa State lays historic road beatdown on No. 1 Purdue

No. 10 Iowa State lays historic road beatdown on No. 1 Purdue

The 10th-ranked Iowa State Cyclones are for real, and they left no doubt on Saturday in a 81-58 drubbing of No. 1 Purdue.

Three takeaways from No. 25 Arkansas' win over Fresno State
Duke off to first 10-0 start in eight years behind second-half surge
No. 6 Louisville tops No. 22 Indiana after taking big lead early
Kentucky's $22 million roster not living up to its price tag
Doug Gottlieb throws a chair after his team blows late lead

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