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Daniel Jacobsen - Could have big role in 2026-27 season Jacobsen could have a big role in Purdue's frontcourt this season as he was praised by head coach Matt Painter in a recent interview, per Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Jacobsen is a player worth monitoring heading into the 2026-27 season as he is expected to be the starting center for Purdue. Head coach Matt Painter noted that he believes the big man could be in line for a big role, though he emphasized the need for Jacobsen to improve his rebounding as the Boilermakers head into the new campaign. As a sophomore, he appeared 39 contests, averaging 5.5 points, 3.0 rebounds and 1.2 blocks per game.

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Purdue Women's Basketball Makes First Big Schedule Announcement for 2026-27 Season The first announcement regarding Purdue's non-conference schedule has been made, and the Boilermakers are headed to the "Happiest Place on E...

JULY 28 • SI.COM

Tad Boyle, Eric Jacobsen Pull Back the Curtain on Purdue Non-Conference Game The Colorado Buffaloes announced on July 16 that they will face the Purdue Boilermakers in the Indy Classic at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indi...

JULY 25 • SI.COM

Batman-Like Mask Comes With New Responsibilities for Purdue's Gicarri Harris Gicarri Harris' mask is temporary, but his role as a leader for the Boilermakers is permanent. The junior guard talked about the opportunity...

JULY 22 • SI.COM

Colorado to Face Big Ten Powerhouse on Non-Conference Schedule The Colorado Buffaloes 2026-27 men's basketball schedule is starting to come together. Colorado has their home and road opponents set for Bi...

JULY 18 • SI.COM

Former Purdue Assistant Terry Johnson Lands New Coaching Job in Indiana Terry Johnson, a former assistant coach at Purdue, has found a new job within the state line. He was with the Boilermakers for five seasons.

JULY 17 • SI.COM

New 2029 Purdue Target Drew Cabana Breaks Down Offer From Boilermakers Purdue recently offered 2029 combo guard Drew Cabana. The Chelsea (Mich.) High School standout talks about his recent offer from the Boilerm...

JULY 16 • SI.COM

Purdue Basketball Adds Another High-Major Opponent to 2026-27 Schedule The Boilermakers have added another high-major program to their 2026-27 schedule, finalizing a deal for the Indy Classic and completing the...

JULY 16 • SI.COM

Omer Mayer - Breakout candidate for 2026-27 Mayer is a breakout candidate for Purdue's 2026-27 season, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Without both Braden Smith and Trey Kaufman-Renn, Purdue's team requires new leadership, and perhaps it can include Mayer. For the most part, playing in Europe translated well to the NCAA's collegiate level. During his 2025-26 season, he logged 5.5 points, 1.2 assists and 1.1 rebounds per game. Mayer also recorded a 41.2 field goal percentage and shot 35.5 percent from outside the three-point arc, so his scoring efficiency is there.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Most Likely Candidates to Continue Purdue's 1st-Team All-Big Ten Streak Eight different Boilermakers have earned first-team All-Big Ten honors over the last 11 seasons. Who is the most likely candidate to carry o...

JULY 14 • SI.COM

Purdue's Fletcher Loyer, Oscar Cluff Picked Up by NBA Teams as UDFAs Both Fletcher Loyer and Oscar Cluff were both picked up by NBA teams after going undrafted this week. Where are the former Boilermakers head...

JUNE 25 • SI.COM

Purdue Basketball Set to Host Top-30 Prospect Ahmed Nur Ahmed Nur, one of the top prospects in the 2027 recruiting class, is reportedly taking a visit to Purdue. He is another big target for the B...

JUNE 22 • SI.COM

Will Purdue's Streak as a Top-4 Seed Continue? What the Latest Bracket Projection Says The Boilermakers have earned a top-four seed in each of the last nine NCAA Tournaments. Where is Purdue projected in the latest Bracketology...

JUNE 17 • SI.COM

Top 40 Prospect in 2028 Class Takes Visit to Purdue Basketball One of the top prospects in the 2028 recruiting cycle took a visit to Purdue, as the Boilermakers start looking ahead to future classes.

JUNE 15 • SI.COM

Matt Painter shared why he’s frustrated with his team following the loss to Ohio State

Matt Painter shared why he’s frustrated with his team following the loss to Ohio State

JUNE 9 • FOX SPORTS

Matt Painter on the challenge of playing consecutive days in Big Ten Tournament

Matt Painter on the challenge of playing consecutive days in Big Ten Tournament

JUNE 9 • FOX SPORTS

Purdue HC Matt Painter reflects on reaching 500 career wins with the Boilermakers 🏀

Purdue HC Matt Painter reflects on reaching 500 career wins with the Boilermakers 🏀

JUNE 9 • FOX SPORTS

A record breaking night Matt Painter won't soon forget 🥹 👏

A record breaking night Matt Painter won't soon forget 🥹 👏

JUNE 9 • FOX SPORTS

Purdue Basketball Learns Tipoff Time of Season Opener vs. Gonzaga Purdue is heading to Las Vegas for its season-opener vs. Gonzaga. The Boilermakers have learned of the tipoff time for that game.

JUNE 7 • SI.COM

Gonzaga-Purdue season opener gets official tipoff time The Gonzaga Bulldogs will begin the 2026-27 season, their first in the new-look Pac-12, squaring off against the Purdue Boilermakers at T-Mo...

JUNE 6 • SI.COM

College Basketball Rankings: St. John's Storms Into Top 10, Kentucky Enters Top 25

With the NBA Draft withdrawal deadline in the rearview mirror, FOX Sports' Casey Jacobsen shares his updated men's college basketball rankin...

JUNE 5 • FOX SPORTS

College Basketball Rankings: St. John's Storms Into Top 10, Kentucky Enters Top 25

Oscar Cluff Explains How Purdue Prepared Him for Next Stage of His Career Oscar Cluff only spent one year playing for the Boilermakers, but he said the program's coaching staff and "elite" teammates prepared him fo...

JUNE 1 • SI.COM

5 Thoughts on Purdue Basketball's 2026-27 Non-Conference Schedule Purdue's non-conference schedule is set for next season, with the Boilermakers playing plenty of quality opponents at the high- and mid-majo...

MAY 29 • SI.COM

How Braden Smith Performed in Second Scrimmage at NBA Scouting Combine Braden Smith had another solid outing at the NBA Scouting Combine, showing off his passing ability and defensive prowess in his second scrim...

MAY 14 • SI.COM

Michigan Men's Basketball Announces 2026-27 Big Ten Opponents

Michigan men's basketball has revealed its 2026-27 Big Ten opponents. Here's what you need to know about the Wolverines' conference slate.

MAY 13 • FOX SPORTS

Michigan Men's Basketball Announces 2026-27 Big Ten Opponents