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Report: Purdue WBB Among 3 Finalists For Talented International Guard

The Purdue women's basketball team is in great shape to land one of the top international guards in the 2025 recruiting class. According to a report from On3's Talia Goodman, the Boilermakers are among three finalists to land Hila Karsh, who spent last summer playing with the Israel U20 National Team.

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Former Purdue Forward Brian Waddell Announces Transfer Destination

Brian Waddell is headed to Bellarmine. The former Boilermaker announced his transfer destination via a post on social media on Thursday evening. He is one of four Purdue players who entered the transfer portal following the 2024-25 campaign.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 24

Purdue Adds to 2026 Recruiting Class With Pledge From Alabama Tight End

A tight end out of Alabama is headed to Big Ten country. On Thursday, three-star prospect Ar'Mari Towns announced his commitment to Purdue, becoming the sixth member of the 2026 recruiting class to verbally pledge to Barry Odom and the Boilermakers.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 24

Purdue Among Top Schools Under Consideration For Top-15 Prospect in 2026 Class

One of the top prospects in the 2026 recruiting class is giving Purdue some strong consideration. Taylen Kinney, a top-15 talent with two dozen offers, has West Lafayette as a potential landing spot for his college basketball career, per a report.

College Basketball News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 24

ESPN Ranks Purdue Basketball No. 1 After Transfer Portal Window Closes

With college basketball's transfer portal now closed, ESPN has gone through the process of re-ranking the top-25 teams heading into the 2025-26 season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Hammer and Rails / April 24

Purdue Basketball Offseason Homework: Daniel Jacobsen

The touted freshman suffered a shortened season but returns fully healthy for off season workouts A highly anticipated freshman season for the 7’4 big man was cut short because of an injury that was sustained in the second game of the season.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Hammer and Rails / April 23

2025-2026 Purdue Men’s Basketball Offseason Homework

Class is in session. With the Purdue men’s basketball team all put together for next season and expectations sky high, it’s time to review what homework these guys will need to do in the offseason.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Hammer and Rails / April 23

Purdue Basketball Offseason Homework: CJ Cox

After a solid freshman campaign, the guard from Massachusetts will look to make to take the next step as a sophomore. In our first homework assignment of the offseason, we will focus on one of the Purdue starters in freshman CJ Cox.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 22

Purdue Adds 4th Transfer Portal Offensive Lineman With Latest Commitment

Another former SEC offensive lineman is headed to Purdue. On Tuesday, the Boilermakers landed a transfer commitment from ex-Kentucky lineman Marc Nave Jr.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 22

FCS All-American Offensive Lineman Commits to Purdue

Help is on the way for Purdue offensive line. On Tuesday, the Boilermakers received a commitment from former Eastern Kentucky lineman and FCS All-American Tyrell Green.

Mo Omonode News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 22

Former Purdue DL Staying in Big Ten, Transferring to Minnesota

West Lafayette native and former Purdue defensive lineman Mo Omonode has decided to continue his college football career in the Big Ten, after all. But he will be doing it in Minneapolis, not West Lafayette.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Hammer and Rails / April 22

Hammer and Rails Reader Reacts Survey - Football Transfer Portal & Basketball Newcomers

Two fun questions this week. Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Purdue Boilermakers fans and fans across the country.

Jaden Ball News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 21

Promising Young OL From Purdue Hits Transfer Portal, Has Offers From 2 Big Ten Teams

It didn't take long for young Purdue offensive lineman Jaden Ball to receive interest from other Big Ten programs. Shortly after officially entering his name into the NCAA transfer portal on Monday, he had already received offers from Ohio State and Minnesota.

College Football News / Yardbarker / April 21

Purdue adds two former Georgia WRs in transfer portal

Purdue bets on upside with addition of two former Georgia WRs in transfer portal

Barry Odom is the new head coach of the Purdue Boilermakers' football program and he has his work cut out for him.

North Carolina QB Ryan Browne transfers back to Purdue

Ranking the new college football coaching hires for 2025

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 21

Purdue WBB Commit Avery Gordon Playing in Hoosier Gym All-Star Classic

Purdue women's basketball commit Avery Gordon will get the opportunity to play in one of the most famous gymnasiums in the country. The Brownsburg High School standout is on the roster for Saturday's Hoosier Gym All-Star Classic, which will be played at the home of the Hickory Huskers, made famous by the 1986 film, Hoosiers.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 21

SoCon Freshman of the Year Announces Transfer to Purdue WBB

The Purdue women's basketball team continues to land new pieces through the NCAA transfer portal. Over the weekend, the Boilermakers added another pick-up to the roster, receiving a pledge from UNC-Greensboro's Nya Smith.

Braden Smith News / NIL on SI / April 20

Purdue Basketball Star Hosts Youth Skills Camp, Shines Positive Light on NIL Deals

Even during the offseason, senior guard Braden Smith is making an impact on the Purdue Boilermakers community. The Braden Smith Youth Camp brought in 200 fans and young basketball players together for a skills camp that was unlike any other in the community.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 19

Purdue WBB Lands Transfer Pledge From Former Arkansas Starting Guard

The Purdue women's basketball team received some big news on Saturday, landing a transfer commitment from former Arkansas guard Kiki Smith. She becomes the third transfer player to pledge to coach Katie Gearlds and the Boilermakers this offseason.

Payne Durham News / Purdue Boilermakers on SI / April 19

Payne Durham Trolls Former Indiana OL Mike Katic Over 'Purdue's the Worst' Comment

The heated in-state rivalry between Purdue and Indiana is a 365-day affair. There may not have been a better indicator of that than this week, when former Boilermakers tight end Payne Durham trolled former Indiana offensive lineman and Barstool Sports employee Mike Katic over his recent comments.

Purdue Boilermakers News / Hammer and Rails / April 18

Purdue Football: Ryan Browne is Back!

It's like he never left. Gone and back again, like he never left. Fan favorite and ultimate competitor, Ryan Browne is making his way back to West Lafayette after a short Spring at UNC.

Will Berg News / Hammer and Rails / April 18

Will Berg Heading to the State of Kansas

Perhaps he can meet up with Ted Lasso. With two former Boilermakers off the board, out of the portal, and headed to their new teams, it left just Will Berg and Brian Waddell still out there.

College Basketball News / Total Apex Sports / April 18

Purdue Men’s Basketball Signs Israeli Star Omer Mayer

The Purdue Boilermakers have landed Omer Mayer from Israel. Mayer is a highly touted basketball prospect who could help the Boilers make a championship run next season.

From Purdue to MSU: Former Purdue player Rashunda Jones Officially Signs With Michigan State

Michigan State Women's basketball took to Instagram just a few hours ago to announce that sophomore Rashunda has signed with the Spartans Rashunda Jones, who spent two seasons with the Purdue Boilermakers, announced her commitment to MSU women's basketball five days ago and the program made it official today.

College Basketball News / Athlon Sports / April 15

Purdue's Fletcher Loyer Reacts to Braden Smith's Career Announcement

There is a great deal of excitement surrounding Matt Painter's 2025–2026 Purdue Boilermakers. After reaching the NCAA Tournament Sweet 16, many publications have

Braden Smith News / Athlon Sports / April 15

Big Ten Sends Message to Purdue's Braden Smith After Major Career Decision

The Purdue Boilermakers were led by All-American guard Braden Smith this past season, having finished the season as one of the top teams in the Big Ten.