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Where Purdue Stands in Latest 2026 NCAA Tournament Bracket Roundup

Before the season started, Purdue was expected to be one of the No. 1 seeds in the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. A three-game losing streak to end the month of January put the Boilermakers behind the 8-ball in that discussion, but they still have a chance to improve their status before March Madness.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / February 3

Where Every Purdue Football Transfer Departure Ended Up

Purdue may not have experienced the same mass exodus from the program this season compared to last year, but there were still several members of the 2025 roster who entered the transfer portal.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / February 3

Schedule Update on Purdue's Second Game vs. Iowa

The second matchup between No. 12 Purdue and Iowa now has a tipoff time and a designated television network. Both schools confirmed the update with social media posts on Monday.

Fletcher Loyer News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / February 2

Even During Shooting Slump, Purdue Never Lost Faith in Fletcher Loyer

There was probably nobody happier to rip the January page out of the calendar than Fletcher Loyer. Purdue's sharp-shooting senior guard made just 30% of his three-point attempts in eight Big Ten games and ended the month averaging just 6.5 points per contest in the last four to end the month.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / February 2

Where Purdue Basketball's 2026 Commits Rank in Updated Top 150 From Recruiting Site

It's no secret that Matt Painter and his staff don't care about recruiting rankings or star ratings when it comes to evaluating talent. Over the years, Purdue has turned under-recruited players into All-American talents.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / February 2

Where Purdue Stands in KenPom, NCAA NET & AP Rankings to Start February

Purdue finally put an end to its losing streak on Sunday afternoon in College Park. The Boilermakers bludgeoned Maryland 93-63 to get a victory after losing its previous three games.

Matt Painter News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / February 1

Matt Painter Explains Why 30-Point Win Over Maryland is Exactly What Purdue Needed

Purdue needed a win in the worst way. Entering Sunday's game against Maryland, the 12th-ranked Boilermakers had suffered three straight losses, putting them two games back in the race for a Big Ten title.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / February 1

How Many of Purdue's 2026 Commits Are McDonald's All-American Nominees?

Purdue has had just one McDonald's All-American player commit to the program under coach Matt Painter. That could change this year, though, as all four members of the Boilermakers' 2026 recruiting class have been listed as nominees this year.

Watch: Purdue at Maryland | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Basketball | 02/01/2026

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / February 1

5 Thoughts From No. 12 Purdue's 93-63 Win Over Maryland

Purdue snapped out of its funk in a big way in College Park on Sunday. The 12th-ranked Boilermakers walked into the Xfinity Center and took care of Maryland without much issue, defeating the Terrapins 93-63.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 30

Purdue Continues to Slide in Latest NCAA Bracket Projection

Before the 2025-26 season tipped off, Purdue was penciled in as a strong candidate to have the No. 1 overall seed for the NCAA Tournament. Now, as February approaches, the Boilermakers are 17-4 on the season and are trying to keep themselves in position to earn a top-four seed for March Madness.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 30

Preview: No. 12 Purdue vs. Maryland With TV Info, Key Stats & Preview

For the fourth time in its last five games, Purdue is back on the road. The Boilermakers travel to College Park this weekend for a matchup against Maryland.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 30

After 3 Straight Losses, Purdue Embracing 'Us vs. Everybody' Mentality

The chatter about Purdue's recent slide has gotten louder, but Braden Smith says it's Purdue's job to block out the noise. After suffering a third straight loss on Tuesday night, he knows the Boilermakers have critics, but said the outside noise doesn't have an impact on the locker room.

Watch: Michigan State at Purdue | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Women's Basketball | 01/29/2026

Robbie Hummel News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 29

Robbie Hummel Assesses Purdue's Biggest Concerns After 3-Game Skid

Things have really slipped away from Purdue over the last two weeks. The Boilermakers have dropped three straight games, which include a road loss to Indiana in Assembly Hall on Tuesday.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 29

Top Illinois Basketball Prospect in 2027 Class Schedules Visit to Purdue

Jaxson Davis, the top prospect out of Illinois in the 2027 class and the state's Gatorade Player of the Year in 2025, has scheduled an unofficial visit to Purdue.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 29

3 Thoughts on Purdue Football's 2026 Schedule

Purdue still has to go through spring practices, summer workout and fall camp before kicking off the 2026 season. In other words, the official start of Barry Odom's second season is still several months away.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 28

5 Thoughts From Purdue's 72-67 Loss to Indiana

Tuesday night was another disappointing one for Purdue. The 12th-ranked Boilermakers dropped their third straight game, falling 72-67 to arch-rival Indiana.

Katie Gearlds News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 26

Katie Gearlds Hits Coaching Milestone With Purdue's Win Over Indiana

Katie Gearlds hit a career milestone on Sunday after leading Purdue to an 80-69 victory over Indiana at Mackey Arena. The Boilermakers leader secured her 300th career victory as a head coach, though it was not something she paid attention to before or after the game.

College Basketball News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 26

Preview: No. 12 Purdue vs. Indiana with Key Stats

College basketball's best rivalry adds a new chapter on Tuesday night, as No. 12 Purdue heads to Bloomington to take on Indiana. The Boilermakers are hoping to snap a two-game losing skid, while the Hoosiers are looking for their first marquee win of the season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 26

How Far Did Purdue Fall in KenPom, NCAA NET & AP Rankings After Back-to-Back Losses?

After back-to-back losses to UCLA and Illinois, Purdue is sliding in the three major rankings systems in college basketball. The Boilermakers fell in the KenPom, NCAA NET and Associated Press rankings after an 0-2 week in the Big Ten.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / January 21

UCLA upsets No. 4 Purdue, hands Boilermakers first Big Ten loss

UCLA pulled off its biggest victory of the 2025-26 college basketball season on Tuesday.

No. 3 Michigan extends Indiana's woes with wire-to-wire win

No. 21 Georgia scores last-second basket to topple Missouri

NC State upsets No. 18 Clemson in OT to end Tigers' winning streak

No. 16 Florida keeps rolling, grabs fifth straight victory in blowout win over LSU

No. 25 Miami (Ohio) sneaks past Kent State in OT, gets to 20-0

No. 20 Arkansas vs. No. 15 Vanderbilt takeaways: Razorbacks bully 'Dores

College Basketball News / Stadium Rant / January 19

Purdue Preview: UCLA On Deck In Big 10 Play

If two schools were ever considered the most intertwined in college basketball lore, Purdue and UCLA would have a strong case. The most decorated head coach in NCAA history, John Wooden, had deep-seated ties to both schools.