College basketball transfers are becoming a growing trend. Here is a list of players from the marquee conferences who are transferring out of their respective programs after this past season and a list of college basketball transfers who will be eligible to play at their new school for the 2015-16 season. Bookmark this page as we will continue to update the list as the … [Read more...] about 2015 College Basketball transfers list (6-5-15)
Purdue Boilermakers
Dan Dakich vs SB Nation’s Purdue website: “What’s beef?”
I've never met Dan Dakich, so I can't truly opine on his personality or character. I'm well aware of his public persona as I consume his work quite regularly. There are aspects of his public figure personality that can be...I guess, "grating" is the word. Maybe "irascible" once in awhile? Nevertheless, he's a phenomenal announcer. He truly brings it an analyst. Love him or … [Read more...] about Dan Dakich vs SB Nation’s Purdue website: “What’s beef?”
Why Caleb Swanigan could choose Purdue over Michigan St.
Caleb Swanigan, the five star big man from Ft. Wayne, Indiana, publicly committed to Michigan State four weeks ago. Just last week he gave a public statement that was a re-affirmation/vote of confidence. Well, that's long gone now. Swanigan de-committed from MSU, dropping the Spartans recruiting class from consensus top three to only the top 20 now. The 6'9" 280 … [Read more...] about Why Caleb Swanigan could choose Purdue over Michigan St.
Purdue Boilermakers: road to a NCAA Tourney berth
The Purdue Boilermakers season has been the polar opposite of a mullet ("business in front, party in the back") Usually, you party with the early, softer non-conference schedule, and then take care of business with the more rugged Big Ten schedule. Purdue has been the anti-thesis of that in 2014-15. They didn't take care of business in the pre-conference; but they have been … [Read more...] about Purdue Boilermakers: road to a NCAA Tourney berth
VIDEO: Purdue Coach Matt Painter post win at Northwestern
The story of the night in Evanston was Purdue's twin towers of A.J. Hammons and Isaac Haas. (Here's video of the media availability with both of them following the game) "We try to get the ball inside no matter who we go against," Purdue Head Coach Matt Painter said. "We’ve had a tough time against Olah in the past but tonight we were able to get the best of him." … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Purdue Coach Matt Painter post win at Northwestern
VIDEO: Purdue G Rapheal Davis post Northwestern interview
Rapheal Davis scored 15 points to with seven rebounds and four assists as Purdue won at Northwestern 68-60. Davis also committed zero turnovers. Over the last four games, Davis is averaging 18.0 PPG, 5.5 RPG and 2.3 APG. We caught up to Rapheal Davis earlier in the season, and at this link you can check out our exclusive chat at this link here. Below you'll find the video … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Purdue G Rapheal Davis post Northwestern interview
Big Ten Basketball: 17 worst losses this Pre-Conference season
"Our effort was not up to standard tonight which i take very personally," said Northwestern Coach Chris Collins after losing at home by 13 to a middle tier MAC team. "I can't explain it. If I had an answer for it I would tell you guys. We got out-everythinged," he continued. "We didn't give them any resistance to start the game." Collins and the Wildcats getting … [Read more...] about Big Ten Basketball: 17 worst losses this Pre-Conference season
B1G Basketball power rankings: the “we apologize” edition
There are certain B1G basketball teams that owe an apology right now. Sure, one team nationally ranked in the preseason losing to a low-major that you've never heard of is excusable although unexpected. Upsets happen. However, two preseason AP top 25 teams losing to low-majors on two separate occasions? That's kind of embarrassing. Plus the B1G hasn't had a whole lot of … [Read more...] about B1G Basketball power rankings: the “we apologize” edition
Purdue vs Northwestern: sneaky meaningful game preview
The Purdue Boilermakers versus the Northwestern Wildcats is a "sneaky meaningful" and "sneaky compelling" game. All season long we've heard about how each program is moving in a certain direction. And that would be in opposite directions. There is no doubt that Purdue has improved this season; but how much? If they think they've really surpassed Northwestern in the Big Ten … [Read more...] about Purdue vs Northwestern: sneaky meaningful game preview
Where will E’Twaun Moore fit in on the Chicago Bulls roster?
Chicago Bulls Vice President of Basketball Operations John Paxson often drafts players from brand name programs who stayed in school at least three years. E'Twaun Moore fits that mold, as he's the Purdue Boilermakers' all time leader in minutes played, games started and games won. This fall, Moore will gets his chance to make the Bulls roster. It comes as a free agent … [Read more...] about Where will E’Twaun Moore fit in on the Chicago Bulls roster?