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Purdue Basketball's KenPom, NCAA NET and AP Rankings After 15-1 Start

Through the first 16 games of the season, Purdue has one of the best records in college basketball. The Boilermakers are 15-1 and are 5-0 in Big Ten play for just the second time under coach Matt Painter.

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Purdue Signee Jacob Webber Shows Off Sharp-Shooting Ability in La Porte Invitational

Anyone worried about Purdue's shooting efficiency after this season just needs to hear two words: Jacob Webber. The 2026 signee and current La Lumiere star showcased his ability to knock down shots consistently over the weekend in the La Porte Invitational.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 12

Purdue Football Building Top 20 Transfer Portal Class

Purdue's football program faced some serious questions after the 2025 season. The Boilermakers went 2-10 and finished the year without a Big Ten win, going 0-18 in league play over the last two seasons.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 11

Madison Layden-Zay Makes Purdue History in Upset Win Over No. 23 Washington

There is a lot of history and tradition associated with Purdue women's basketball program. When it comes to three-point shooting, though, Madison Layden-Zay is in a category of her own.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 11

Purdue WBB Upsets No. 23 Washington, Gets First Ranked Win in Three Years

For the first time in three seasons, Purdue has scored a win over a ranked opponent. The Boilermakers defeated No. 23 Washington 78-72 in an overtime thriller at Mackey Arena on Sunday afternoon.

Watch: Penn State at Purdue | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Men's Basketball | 01/10/2026

Purdue Boilermakers News / SwimSwam / January 10

Purdue Women Defeat Illinois on Senior Day

By Madeline Folsom on SwimSwam January 10, 2026 West Lafayette, IN — Morgan J. Burke Aquatic Center SCY (25 Yards) Full Meet Results Team Scores #20 Purdue 194 — Illinois 101 The Purdue Boilermakers hosted Illinois for their last home meet of the 2025-2026 swim season and their Senior Day.

Watch: Purdue vs. Nebraska | Select Matches | Big Ten Wrestling | 01/09/26

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 9

Purdue Picks Up First Big Ten Win Thanks to Hot Shooting Night vs. Wisconsin

A hot shooting night in Madison helped Purdue women's basketball pick up its first win of the Big Ten season on Thursday night. The Boilermakers shot 60% from three-point range and 47% from the floor, leading to a 75-67 victory over Wisconsin.

Watch: Purdue at Wisconsin | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Women's Basketball | 01/08/2026

College Basketball News / Total Apex Sports / January 9

The Purdue Rollercoaster: 3 Takeaways from the Win Over Washington

If you just woke up, checked the box score, saw “Purdue 81, Washington 73,” and went about your day, you missed the actual show. That final score is a liar.

College Basketball News / Stadium Rant / January 8

Purdue Preview: Penn State Next Up In Big 10

College basketball is a results-based business; if that is the case, the Purdue Boilermakers are reaping the profits thus far in their Big 10 schedule.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 8

Matt Painter Describes Fletcher Loyer's 'Strong Basketball Character'

It's not a secret that Fletcher Loyer has been a vocal leader at Purdue for the past two years. Over the weekend, however, fans received a reminder of that, as the team shared a video on social media of the senior guard showcasing his basketball IQ during a team huddle in Saturday's game against Wisconsin.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 8

Hot Shooting Streak for Purdue's Jack Benter Continues vs. Washington

When Snoop Dogg made the comment, "This [dude] don't miss," hhe wasn't talking about Purdue redshirt freshman Jack Benter. Well, at least we don't believe that's the case.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 8

Both Omer Mayer, Purdue Finding Value in Freshman's Unique Role

The clock sat at 9:25 in the first half when Braden Smith picked up his second foul of the first half. Less than 11 minutes into the game, Purdue's star guard headed to the bench and handed the keys over to freshman Omer Mayer.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 7

3 Thoughts From Purdue's 81-73 Win Over Washington

Fifth-ranked Purdue extended its winning streak to six games on Wednesday night, defeating Washington 81-73 to improve to 14-1 on the season and remain undefeated (4-0) in Big Ten play.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Big Ten Network / January 7

Watch: Washington at Purdue | HIGHLIGHTS | Big Ten Men's Basketball | 01/07/2026

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 7

A Look at Oscar Cluff's Incredibly Efficient Numbers at Purdue

There's a reason Purdue rose to the top of the list of college basketball's contenders when Oscar Cluff announced his commitment to the program last spring.

Braden Smith News / Big Ten Network / January 6

Watch: Spotlighting Braden Smith | Purdue Men's Basketball | The Journey

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 6

Preview: No. 5 Purdue vs. Washington with Key Stats, Storylines

For the first time, Washington is headed to Mackey Arena. The fifth-ranked Boilermakers will host the Huskies in a Big Ten clash in West Lafayette on Wednesday.

Smiley Bradford News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 5

Talented Purdue DB Reverses Course After Entering Transfer Portal

A key piece of Purdue's secondary has decided to return to the team next season. On Monday, defensive back Smiley Bradford announced he will rejoin the Boilermakers for the 2026 campaign after initially planning to enter the NCAA transfer portal.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / January 5

Where Purdue Ranks in KenPom, NCAA NET After 3-0 Big Ten Start

Purdue's win over Wisconsin on Saturday night in Madison didn't do much for the Boilermakers in the KenPom or NCAA NET rankings to start the new year. The Boilermakers didn't move from their spots in the respective rankings, despite a convincing 89-73 win over the Badgers on the road.

College Basketball News / Yardbarker / December 6