Purdue All-American G Braden Smith returning for senior season
- Braden Smith, Purdue's All-American guard, declared his return for the 2025-26 season on Monday via Instagram.
- After Zach Edey's departure, Smith took on increased offensive responsibilities, becoming a key focal point.
- Smith, a consensus first-team All-American, also earned Big Ten Player of the Year and Bob Cousy awards.
- Smith stated, "Running it back one last time," expressing love for his teammates and 'Boiler Nation'.
- Smith's return elevates Purdue's expectations; he averaged 15.8 points and 8.7 assists this past season.
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Purdue All-American G Braden Smith returning for senior season
Consensus first-team All-American point guard Braden Smith announced Monday that he is returning to Purdue for the 2025-26 campaign. The finalist for the Wooden and Naismith Player of the Year awards made his announcement on Instagram. "Running it back one…
Purdue Star Braden Smith Announces Decision On 2025-26 Season
Meet The Daughter Of Kentucky Coach Mark Pope (1:06) Purdue Boilermakers star Braden Smith was one of the best players in college basketball in 2024-25.Smith, a 6-foot guard from Indianapolis, averaged 15.8 points, 8.7 assists and 4.5 rebounds per game for the Boilermakers. He was named the Big Ten's Player of the Year. Purdue ended up making the Sweet 16, ultimately losing to the national runner-up, Houston.While Smith isn't a big-time NBA Draf…
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