Purdue Boilermakers: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Sam King News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 20

Where Purdue Basketball Stands in Multiple Way-Too-Early Top 25 Rankings

Purdue might be losing several key members from its 2025-26 roster, but it is still considered by most to be a top-25 program heading into next season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 20

2027 Linebacker and Purdue Target Sets Commitment Date

Antwoine Higgins Jr., a highly-regarded linebacker in the 2027 recruiting class and a Purdue target, has set a commitment date. The 6-foot-3, 230-pound prospect is set to make his decision on Wednesday, April 22, at 10:30 a.m.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 20

New Purdue Forward Averi Aaron Bringing Toughness, Physicality to West Lafayette

One conversation with Averi Anderson and you immediately understand why she was a top target for the Purdue women's basketball program this offseason. She has a wide-ranging skill set on the court, but what she prides herself on most is playing with unmatched phyisicality, toughness and grit.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 20

4-Star Guard Chase Richardson Recaps Official Visit to Purdue

When it comes to playing at the college level, four-star guard Chase Richardson values a program that can win at a high level. To the Texas native, that's just one of the things that sticks out about Purdue.

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Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 18

Purdue Women's Basketball Earns First Transfer Portal Commitment of 2026

The Purdue women's basketball program has landed its first prospect out of the transfer portal. On Saturday, the Boilermakers earned a pledge from Averi Aaron, a 6-foot-1 forward who previously played at Louisiana Tech.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 16

Purdue Coach Dave Shondell Excited About Inaugural Big Ten Volleyball Tournament

The 2026 Big Ten volleyball season just got more interesting. On Thursday, the league announced it will hold a conference tournament at the end of the regular season, which will be played just 71 miles from Purdue's home gymnasium.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 16

Where Former Purdue Basketball Players Have Committed for the 2026-27 Season

When the 2026-27 college basketball season tips off, there will be four former Purdue basketball players who will be suiting up elsewhere. Myles Colvin, Camden Heide and Will Berg left the program following the 2024-25 season, and Aaron Fine entered the transfer portal after this past year.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 16

Purdue Women's Basketball Hosting Two Big East Transfer Prospects

The work continues for coach Katie Gearlds and her staff this week, as the Purdue women's basketball team is hosting two recruits on Thursday night and Friday.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 15

How Does Aaron Fine's Departure Impact Purdue Basketball?

Aaron Fine has found a new school to call home. On Wednesday, the former Purdue guard announced his commitment to Ball State, where he'll have three years of eligibility to use.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 15

Purdue Women's Basketball Hosts Multiple Transfer Prospects During Busy Stretch

Katie Gearlds and her staff have been busy over the past several days, hosting multiple high-level transfer prospects, sources confirmed to Purdue Boilermakers on SI.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 15

Former Assistant Coach Terry Johnson Thanks Purdue With Sincere Message

Purdue assistant Terry Johnson sent out a sincere message on social media on Tuesday, leaving the program after five years. He had been a member of Matt Painter's staff since the 2021-22 season and played a key role in getting the Boilermakers to the National Championship Game in 2024.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 15

Purdue Basketball Coaching Staff Changes: How Does it Impact the Boilers?

Purdue finalized its coaching staff for the 2026-27 college basketball season, making a few changes. Coach Matt Painter promoted P.J. Thompson to associate head coach, former Boiler Kenneth Lowe replaces Terry Johnson as an assistant, and former players Lance Jones and Sterling Carter return as graduate assistants.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 13

Purdue Among Most-Watched College Basketball Teams During 2025-26 Season

Purdue was among the most popular teams to watch throughout the 2025-26 college basketball season, including the NCAA Tournament. The Boilermakers ranked in the top five in viewership this past year, according to Nielsen.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 13

Purdue Football Adds to 2027 Class With Pair of Offensive Commitments

Purdue's 2027 recruiting class has landed a few important prospects since the conclusion of spring practice over the weekend. The Boilermakers received verbal commitments from three-star running back Amos Bradford and three-star quarterback Jackie Ryder, adding to next year's class.

NFL News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 13

Jim Everett Pitched Specific Head Coach Candidate to Purdue Football Back in 2022

Before Purdue hired Ryan Walters as its head football coach in December 2022, program legend Jim Everett tried to pitch another candidate to his alma mater.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 12

4-Star Guard Chase Richardson Sets Official Visit Date to Purdue

Chase Richardson, one of the top point guards in the 2027 recruiting class, has set an official visit date to Purdue. The Texas prospect is headed to West Lafayette later this month, Purdue Boilermakers on SI has confirmed.

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Matt Painter News / Total Apex Sports / April 11

Portal Immunity: How Matt Painter and Purdue Basketball Pulled Off the Impossible for 2026-2027 Season

If you follow college basketball even passively these days, you know the drill. The moment the final buzzer sounds on the season, the sport devolves into a chaotic, high-stakes game of musical chairs.

College Basketball News / Stadium Rant / April 9

Purdue Basketball: Braden Smith, Fletcher Loyer, Trey Kaufman-Renn Legacy, Stats & Impact

In today’s college basketball world, keeping one student-athlete for four years is rare. Retaining three starters and pivotal contributors for their entire span of eligibility is unheard of.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / March 28

Tommy Lloyd overcomes pressure to get Arizona into Final Four

After getting over the Sweet 16 roadblock earlier in the month, Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd answered any doubters by getting the Wildcats to a place the program hasn't been in 25 years.

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