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Purdue Basketball Countdown: 100 Days Until Regular Season Starts

The number of days until the Purdue basketball team tips off the 2025-26 season are dwindling down. Sunday officially marked the 100-day countdown until the Boilermakers open up regular-season play at Mackey Arena.

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Purdue Commit Luke Ertel Puts Together Impressive Summer Season With Indiana Elite

The past year has been a big one for Purdue commit Luke Ertel. The 6-foot-1 guard has catapulted in the recruiting rankings with his play during the Indiana high school basketball season and into the AAU circuit.

Devin Mockobee News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 25

Devin Mockobee's Journey Makes Him 'One of the Great Ones' in Purdue Football History

The journey for Devin Mockobee has been an intriguing one. The walk-on from Boonville, Indiana began his career at Purdue as a walk-on running back in 2022.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 24

Watch: Purdue Basketball Shares Highlights From Team Scrimmage

Purdue basketball's return to the hardwood is less than 100 days away. On Oct. 24, the Boilermakers head to Rupp Arena for an exhibition game against Kentucky.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 24

5-Star Forward in 2026 Class Includes Purdue in Top 7 Schools

Anthony Thompson, a five-star talent and a top-10 prospect in the 2026 recruiting class, has included Purdue on the list of seven programs he's still considering for his commitment.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 24

What Purdue Coach Barry Odom Said at the Podium During Big Ten Football Media Days

Barry Odom made his way to the big stage at Big Ten Football Media Days for the first time in his career on Thursday. The head coach is entering his first season at the helm for Purdue, and is hoping to steer the Boilermakers back in the right direction after a few rough years.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Hammer and Rails / July 24

Purdue Football: Barry Odom Big 10 Media Day Notes

Barry Odom stepped to the podium in Las Vegas and Drew took some notes. Boilermaker head coach Barry Odom is in Las Vegas for Big 10 media day(s) this afternoon.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 24

Purdue Among 6 Finalists to Land Elite Texas Forward in 2026 Recruiting Class

Purdus is among a group of six finalists to land Bo Ogden, one of the top small forwards in the 2026 recruiting class. Joe Tipton of On3 reported that the top-50 prospect has narrowed down his list of options and is giving the Boilermakers serious consideration.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 24

Purdue Offers Top 50 Forward From California in 2026 Recruiting Class

Purdue has extended another offer to a highly-touted prospect in the 2026 recruiting class. On Wednesday, the Boilermakers reached out to four-star forward Maximo Adams out of Chatsworth, Calif.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 23

Former Purdue Assistant Coach Joins Wisconsin's Volleyball Staff

John Shondell, a former Purdue assistant coach and the brother of Boilermakers head coach Dave Shondell, has landed a job on Kelly Sheffield's staff at Wisconsin.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 23

Purdue Among Finalists For Lauded Quarterback in 2027 Recruiting Class

Purdue has made an impression on one of the top quarterback prospects in the 2027 recruiting class, enough to be among the finalists for his commitment.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Hammer and Rails / July 23

2025 Purdue Football: A Entirely Clean Slate

Yes, the main reason for optimism is “Could it really be worse?” For the past two decades I have been deeply invested in the fortunes of Purdue football.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 22

Purdue Among Contenders to Land Nation's Top-Ranked Point Guard in 2026 Class

The top-ranked point guard in the 2026 recruiting class is seriously considering Purdue as a potential destination. On Tuesday, five-star talent Taylen Kinney narrowed his list of schools down to 12, with the Boilermakers making the cut.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / July 22

Who Purdue Basketball Has Offered in the 2026 Recruiting Class

There are going to be plenty of roster spots to fill for Purdue's basketball team following the 2025-26 season. Heading into the upcoming season, the Boilermakers have six seniors on the roster, headlined by the trio of Braden Smith, Fletcher Loyer, and Trey Kaufman-Renn.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Hammer and Rails / July 21