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Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 30

Redshirt Decisions Loom as Regular Season Approaches for Purdue Basketball

One redshirt decision has already been made for Purdue's 2025-26 season, with Raleigh Burgess opting to utilize this year as a chance to improve his game before returning to the court next season.

Matt Painter News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 30

Key Quotes From Matt Painter After Purdue's Exhibition Win Over UIndy

No. 1 Purdue rounded out exhibition play on Wednesday night, posting a dominant 92-49 victory over UIndy at Mackey Arena. It was the final preseason contest before the Boilermakers dive into regular season action on Tuesday, Nov.

Matt Painter News / NBC Sports / October 28

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Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 24

What Matt Painter Said After Purdue's Exhibition Loss to Kentucky

No. 1 Purdue took the floor for the first time during the 2025-26 season, playing No. 9 Kentucky in an exhibition game. The Boilermakers suffered a 78-65 loss, but learned plenty about themselves throughout the game.

College Basketball News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 24

Thoughts Following Purdue's 78-65 Exhibition Loss to Kentucky

No. 1 Purdue was punched in the mouth in its exhibition game on Friday night, falling 78-65 to No. 9 Kentucky. It's a game that doesn't count, but one that gives the Boilermakers plenty of lessons to learn if they hope to chase a national title this coming season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 24

Matt Painter Critical of NCAA's Rule Allowing G League Players in College Basketball

Matt Painter has already had his first viral moment of the 2025-26 college basketball season. The Purdue head coach didn't hold back when talking about the NCAA permitting players from the G League, the NBA's developmental league, to play college basketball.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 23

Purdue's Matt Painter Reveals One Redshirt Decision Has Been Made for 2025-26 Season

One redshirt decision has been made for Purdue's basketball team heading into the 2025-26 season. Head coach Matt Painter told reporters on Thursday that sophomore forward Raleigh Burgess will utilize this year as his redshirt season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 22

5 Questions For Purdue's Exhibition Game vs. Kentucky

Friday night's game against No. 9 Kentucky may not count in the record book, but it's an excellent first test for top-ranked Purdue as it heads into the 2025-26 college basketball season.

College Basketball News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 20

Matt Painter Not Budging on Purdue's Recruiting Philosophy — Here's Why

If you ever want the chance to put on a Purdue uniform and play for Matt Painter, you better be passionate about basketball. That's one of the top priorities on the head coach's checklist when he's out on the recruiting trail, and the Boilermakers' recent success isn't about to change his philosophy.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 17

Matt Painter's Best Comments From Big Ten Media Days Could Be a Life Lesson For All

If there's one thing Purdue coach Matt Painter wants college basketball players to understand, it's that money isn't everything. That was a message at Big Ten Basketball Media Days that could apply to everyone.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 16

Will Purdue's Deep Bench Provide Braden Smith More Rest? Matt Painter's Honest Answer

Braden Smith was Purdue's version of the Energizer Bunny in the 2024-25 season. The star point guard never seemed to wear down, despite averaging 37 minutes per game.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 16

Matt Painter is Closing in on 500 Career Wins — How Soon Could He Reach It?

One of the best coaches in college basketball is knocking on the door of a major career milestone. Purdue's Matt Painter is closing in on his 500th career victory, a total he will undoubtedly reach during the 2025-26 season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 15

Purdue's Matt Painter to Receive Prestigious Coaching Award

Purdue head coach Matt Painter has been named the recipient of the 2026 Legends of Coaching Award. It is part of the John R. Wooden Award weekend in Los Angeles.

College Basketball News / Stadium Rant / October 14

Purdue Aims To Confirm Preseason #1 Status

For the Purdue Boilermakers, starting the season as the top-ranked squad for the first time in school history is nice, but they have bigger goals to attain.

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College Basketball News / ESPN / October 14

Purdue's Painter to get Legends of Coaching award

Purdue's Matt Painter will receive the Legends of Coaching award as part of the John R. Wooden Award weekend in Los Angeles next spring.

College Basketball News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 13

Purdue Atop Rankings — How Last 10 Preseason No. 1 Teams Performed in March Madness

Those who have listened to Matt Painter long enough understand his mindset entering the 2025-26 college basketball season. Yeah, it's cool to be ranked as the No.

College Basketball News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 10

Matt Painter Compares Purdue's 2024 Final Four Run to Cubs Winning 2016 World Series

For those who may not know, Purdue coach Matt Painter is a big Cubs fan. So, when he was asked how the Boilermakers' run to the Final Four in 2024 compared to Chicago winning the World Series in 2016, he was able to provide some interesting insight.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 10

Why is Purdue's Basketball Program Family-Oriented? Matt Painter Credits Gene Keady

ROSEMONT, Ill. — The word "family" gets thrown around a lot when talking about Purdue basketball. It's not by accident or an oversimplification of how the program operates.

College Basketball News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 8

Matt Painter Says One Aspect of NCAA Transfer Portal 'Blows My Mind'

Not many college basketball coaches have adjusted to the changes as well as Matt Painter. No, he hasn't had as many encounters with the transfer portal as some of his colleagues, but he understands why players should have freedom of movement.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 7

Why Matt Painter Believes This is Purdue's 'Best Chance' to Win National Title

Matt Painter knows he has a team capable of winning a national championship this season. There's a reason the expectations are so high at Purdue entering the 2025-26 campaign.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / October 6

Matt Painter Earns Highest Purdue Alumni Honor, Joining Neil Armstrong, Red Mackey

Matt Painter joined an exclusive group following Friday's basketball practice. The former Boilermaker guard and current head coach was presented with the Purdue Alumni Association's Distinguished Alumni Award for Meritorious Service.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / September 28

Purdue's Third Commitment of 2026 Class Comes From La Lumiere Forward

There's a new addition to Purdue's 2026 recruiting class. According to reports from On3 and Sam Kayser of League Ready, 6-foot-8 forward and La Lumiere Prep product Rivers Knight has committed to coach Matt Painter and the Boilermakers.

College Basketball News / Last Word On Sports / July 21

Top 5 Purdue Centers of the Matt Painter Era

For nearly 20 years, Matt Painter has been the head coach at Purdue. During his time in West Lafayette, Painter has made a name for himself developing big men.

College Basketball News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / March 20

Matt Painter’s simple 3-word message to Purdue after NCAA Tournament win

One of the popular upset picks coming into the 2025 NCAA Tournament was No. 13 seed High Point to knock off No. 4 seed Purdue basketball. The high-scoring Panthers can rack it up with just about anyone, but they couldn’t quite keep pace with a sound Purdue squad in a 75-63 Boilermakers win.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / February 11

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