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.
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.
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 ...
Braden Smith fell one rebound shy of a triple-double with 18 points, 12 assists and nine rebounds and Trey Kaufman-Renn came one point shy of a career-high with 29 and