In cutting off Smith’s influence, Indiana effectively blunted Purdue’s offense. And then the Hoosiers piled on. “It really all started with Myles and his ball pressure. Obviously, Braden, when he's comfortable, he's one of the best in the country.

With three assists Friday vs. UCLA, Braden Smith will become Purdue's all-time assists leader. He and Matt Painter needed other assists to make that happen.

Braden Smith hit another major career milestone on Sunday, grabbing his 500th rebound. He's also closing in on Purdue's all-time assist record.

Purdue basketball saw its guard tandem of Braden Smith and Fletcher Loyer set a new school record with their nuclear game against Rutgers. The Boilermakers were projected to win this Big Ten clash handily;

Indiana senior guard Anthony Leal stuffed the stat sheet with eight points, five rebounds, four assists, three steals and two blocks.

(AP Photo/Doug McSchooler) Purdue guard Braden Smith (3) drives past the defense of Indiana guard Trey Galloway (32) during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game, Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, in Bloomington, Ind. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler) Purdue ...

Hear what Purdue players said postgame following a loss at Assembly Hall.

Purdue won its final home game Tuesday night. Hear what Boilermakers players said after.

Braden Smith, who had one assist and five turnovers in the second half against the Hoosiers, added 23 points on 6-for-10 3-point shooting plus eight assists and four steals as both Purdue stars stepped up after coach Matt Painter admitted they had not made good decisions in the second half against Indiana.

From back then:Too small? It only fueled fire within Braden Smith, who is 2022 Indiana Mr. Basketball Painter said last summer, he could not get Smith into two different camps for the best college ...