The Big Ten conference continues to get even more interesting. Losses by teams at the top of the standings make the rest of the games feel even more important.

The fight for the top spot in the Big Ten is on, as is the race to avoid the bottom three. This league has proven to be very ...

Purdue guard Braden Smith delivered a perfect pass at the rim, setting up an alley-oop opportunity for Myles Colvin and bringing Mackey Arena to its feet. WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — It seems like at ...

Preseason Big Ten Player of the Year, Braden Smith, was named a Bob Cousy Award semifinalist. This prestigious award is given to the best point guard in college basketball each season. Smith is ...

Braden Smith was 5 for 7 on 3-point shooting to lead Purdue, which was 12 for 25. The tide turned before halftime as Smith took over and hit a key last-second shot. Caleb Furst's defense continues ...

"Does No. 3 always do that?" Asked for clarification of "that." "Play like that?" Braden Smith plays however he needs to play to win. On this particular night, he had to score 31 points ...

"Does No. 3 always do that?" Asked for clarification of "that." "Play like that?" Braden Smith plays however he needs to play to win. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.

Purdue’s Braden Smith with 31 points, 6 boards and 4 assists tonight in a 90-81 win at Iowa. Best PG in the country. — Jeff Goodman (@GoodmanHoops) February 5, 2025 ...