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It's no secret that Purdue returns a large chunk of its offensive production from last season. With the top three scorers from last season all returning — Trey Kaufman-Renn, Braden Smith, and Fletcher Loyer — the Boilermakers have earned their spot as favorites to win the 2025-26 Big Ten title.

College Basketball News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / June 2

Purdue Basketball: Welcome Back, Senior Guard Braden Smith

Throughout the offseason, Purdue Boilermakers on SI will highlight members of the 2025-26 Purdue men's basketball roster as part of a "Welcome Back/Welcome Aboard" series.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Hammer and Rails / May 23

Purdue Basketball Off Season Homework: Omer Mayer

The incoming freshman already has high expectations given his recent track record of producing in some tough leagues in the last two years Purdue Boilermakers’ Head Coach Matt Painter knew what he needed when he targeted Omer Mayer out of Israel.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / May 21

Purdue’s Braden Smith Shares Exciting News Before Senior Season

Braden Smith is set to return for his fourth season at Purdue, entering the 2025–26 campaign as one of the top players in college basketball. The former three-star recruit from Westfield, Indiana, has developed into a star and is expected to lead the Boilermakers on a deep postseason run.

College Basketball News / Kentucky Wildcats on SI / May 2

Kentucky basketball schedules an exhibition game against an elite opponent

Kentucky basketball announced on Friday that the Wildcats will take on the Purdue Boilermakers on October 24th in Rupp Arena for an exhibition matchup.

College Basketball News / NIL on SI / April 20

Purdue Basketball Star Hosts Youth Skills Camp, Shines Positive Light on NIL Deals

Even during the offseason, senior guard Braden Smith is making an impact on the Purdue Boilermakers community. The Braden Smith Youth Camp brought in 200 fans and young basketball players together for a skills camp that was unlike any other in the community.

College Basketball News / NBA Draft on SI / April 15

All-American, Potential NBA Draft Pick Braden Smith Announces Return to Purdue

The 2025 NBA Draft is just a few months away, and with the college basketball season and the NBA regular season both in the rear view mirror, the draft is front and center for many players and teams.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / April 15

Purdue's Fletcher Loyer Reacts to Braden Smith's Career Announcement

There is a great deal of excitement surrounding Matt Painter's 2025–2026 Purdue Boilermakers. After reaching the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16, many publications have

College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / April 15

Purdue basketball’s All-American hypes up fans with ‘run it back’ message

The Purdue Boilermakers fell short of their goal to top the field in the 2025 NCAA Tournament, but they just received a major boost to their chances to have a better overall showing in the 2025-26 season.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / April 15

Big Ten Sends Message to Purdue's Braden Smith After Major Career Decision

The Purdue Boilermakers were led by All-American guard Braden Smith this past season, having finished the season as one of the top teams in the Big Ten.

College Basketball News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 14

Braden Smith's Current, Former Teammates Respond to Announcement of Return to Purdue

Much like he did throughout the 2024-25 season, Braden Smith stole college basketball headlines on Monday. The Purdue guard and Bob Cousy Award winner announced that he will be returning next season to complete his career with the Boilermakers.

College Basketball News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 14

Boiler Banter: Braden Smith's Return Immediately Makes Purdue Title Contender

If there is any extra cash floating around, Purdue may be wise to invest it in a helmet and fire suit. Monday afternoon, All-American guard Braden Smith revealed that he'll return for the 2025-26 season to close out his career with the Boilermakers.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / April 14

Purdue Reacts to Braden Smith Announcement on Monday

The Purdue Boilermakers rode the success of Zach Edey for the past several years, but with his departure to the NBA, Braden Smith carried the flag this season. Smith led Purdue to the No.

College Basketball News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 14

Braden Smith Announces Return to Purdue for 2025-26 Season

Braden Smith is running it back. The Purdue guard announced via social media on Monday that he will return to West Lafayette for his senior season with the Boilermakers.

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College Basketball News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 12

Braden Smith Receives Shoutout From Wooden Award

Purdue junior guard Braden Smith made his way out to Los Angeles this week to accept the honor for being named to the John R. Wooden Award All-America team following a stellar 2024-25 campaign.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / April 12

Purdue Sends Message After Braden Smith Receives Prestigious College Basketball Award

The Purdue Boilermakers had another deep NCAA Tournament run, led by All-American guard Braden Smith. Purdue defeated High Point and McNeese before losing to Houston in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament. Following the NCAA Tournament loss, a couple of college basketball awards were announced.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / April 11

Braden Smith Reacts to Purdue Teammate's Transfer Portal Decision

All-American point guard Braden Smith and the Purdue Boilermakers couldn't get it done in the first season following Zach Edey's departure, falling in the Sweet 16 to the Houston Cougars.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / April 10

Purdue Sends Message After Braden Smith Announcement

The Purdue Boilermakers rode the success of Naismith Player of the Year finalist Braden Smith all season. Smith, who was a runner-up for the Naismith

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 31

History Maker? Braden Smith's Path to Breaking NCAA's All-Time Assist Record

It felt like Braden Smith made history in every single game he played during the 2024-25 season. The junior guard enjoyed a tremendous year, joining Purdue's 1,000-point club, grabbing his 500th career rebound and becoming the program's all-time assist leader.

College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / March 29

Braden Smith puts on record-setting show in Purdue’s Sweet 16 loss vs. Houston

The 2024-25 college basketball season has been one in which Purdue Boilermakers point guard Braden Smith has been able to step out of the very large shadow of Zach Edey, the two-time National Player of the Year award winner who was the plodding catalyst of Purdue’s run to the National Championship Game last season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / March 28

How Braden Smith, Purdue Prepare for Late-Night Tipoff vs. Houston in Sweet 16

INDIANAPOLIS — Caffeine could be consumed at unhealthy levels within the state of Indiana on Friday night, as the Sweet 16 matchup between No. 4 seed Purdue and No.

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College Basketball News / Field Level Media / March 8

Illinois chases down No. 18 Purdue with late 13-1 run

Kasparas Jakucionis drilled a tie-breaking 3-pointer with 39 seconds left to highlight a late nine-point run that lifted Illinois to an 88-80 Big Ten victory over No. 18 Purdue.

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College Basketball News / Field Level Media / January 14

No. 17 Purdue, leaning on Braden Smith, visits Washington

Purdue star point guard Braden Smith might be the top passer in college basketball. But sometimes he falls into periods where he is too unselfish. No. 17 Purdue will be looking for all of Smith's talents to be on display when it battles Washington in Big Ten play on Wednesday night in Seattle.

College Basketball News / Field Level Media / January 9

Braden Smith continues strong play, leads No. 20 Purdue past Rutgers

Braden Smith scored 16 points and dished out 14 assists Thursday night and visiting Purdue never trailed in a 68-50 Big Ten Conference win over Rutgers in Piscataway, N.J.